Gachiar
Gachiar is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Gachiar unique in its vibrant Gangarampur-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Gachiar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gachiar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gachiar is 310658. The village spans a total geographical area of 231.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733124. Gangarampur is nearest town to Gachiar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gachiar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gachiar
Population of Gachiar
According to the 2011 Census, Gachiar has a total population of about 1,908, with approximately 999 males and 909 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 208 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 847 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 88. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.46%, with male literacy at about 70.07% and female literacy near 60.40%. There are around 449 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gachiar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,908 | 999 | 909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 111 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 847 | 456 | 391 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 39 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,249 | 700 | 549 |
| Illiterate Population | 659 | 299 | 360 |
Connectivity of Gachiar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gachiar. As per the 2011 stats, Gachiar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gachiar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gachiar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gachiar.
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%.