Gachiar - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Gachiar is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 34.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Damdama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gachiar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gachiar is 310658. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.97 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gachiar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gachiar
As per Census 2011, Gachiar village has a total population of 1,908 people, consisting of 999 males and 909 females. The village has 449 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,249 literate and 659 illiterate residents. Additionally, 847 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 88 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gachiar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gachiar
Gachiar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jot Malkhan | North-West | 0.75 km |
| Chak Joykrisnapur | South | 1.20 km |
| Narai | East | 1.29 km |
| Kamalpur | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Ashwinpara | West | 1.43 km |
| Raghabpur | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Chamuk | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Raghunathpur | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Raghunathbati | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Ramchandrapur | West | 1.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gachiar
Gachiar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malancha, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Gachiar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Gachiar is about 34.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gachiar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gachiar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gachiar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gachiar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gachiar
Where is Gachiar located?
Gachiar village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gachiar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gachiar is Damdama.
What is the pincode of Gachiar?
The pincode of Gachiar is 733124.
What is the population of Gachiar?
Gachiar has a total population of 1,908, including 999 males and 909 females.
How many households are there in Gachiar?
There are 449 households in Gachiar.
What is the literacy rate in Gachiar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gachiar is 65.46%. Male literacy is 70.07% and female literacy is 60.40%.