Gachiar
About Gachiar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gachiar village is 310658. Gachiar village is located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.3km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 34.1km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Gangarampur is the gram panchayat of Gachiar village.
The total geographical area of village is 231.97 hectares. Gachiar has a total population of 1,908 peoples, out of which male population is 999 while female population is 909. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 909 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gachiar village is 65.46% out of which 70.07% males and 60.40% females are literate. There are about 449 houses in gachiar village. Pincode of gachiar village locality is 733124.
When it comes to administration, Gachiar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gachiar village comes under Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Gangarampur is nearest town to gachiar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Gachiar
The population details of Gachiar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,908 | 999 | 909 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 208 | 111 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 847 | 456 | 391 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 88 | 39 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,249 | 700 | 549 |
| Illiterate Population | 659 | 299 | 360 |
Connectivity of Gachiar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gachiar
Where is Gachiar located?
Gachiar village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gachiar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gachiar is Gangarampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gachiar?
The pincode of Gachiar is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gachiar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gachiar is 1,908, with 999 males and 909 females.
How many households are there in Gachiar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gachiar village has a total of 449 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gachiar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gachiar is 65.46%. The male literacy rate is 70.07%, while the female literacy rate is 60.40%.