Gadhira
Gadhira is a village located in Kharibari subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.6km away from sub-district headquarter Kharibari. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Gadhira village. As per 2009 stats, Binnabari is the gram panchayat of Gadhira village.
Gadhira has its own place in the vibrant Darjiling region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gadhira
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gadhira is 306803. The village spans a total geographical area of 204.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734427. Siliguri is nearest town to Gadhira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km away.
Google Map of Gadhira
Population of Gadhira
Below is a concise population overview of Gadhira as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,164 | 563 | 601 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 89 | 128 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 101 | 98 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 773 | 369 | 404 |
Literate Population | 459 | 282 | 177 |
Illiterate Population | 705 | 281 | 424 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gadhira village:
- The total population of Gadhira village is around 1,164, including approximately 563 males and 601 females, with a sex ratio of 1067 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 217 children aged 0–6 years in Gadhira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gadhira village has 199 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 773 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gadhira village is about 39.43%, with male literacy at 50.09% and female literacy at 29.45%.
- There are around 236 households in Gadhira village.
Connectivity of Gadhira
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gadhira. As per the 2011 stats, Gadhira had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gadhira
Knowing the nearby villages of Gadhira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gadhira.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gadhira
- Where is Gadhira located?
- Gadhira village is situated in Kharibari Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gadhira?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gadhira is Binnabari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gadhira?
- The pincode of Gadhira is 734427, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gadhira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gadhira is 1,164, with 563 males and 601 females.
- How many households are there in Gadhira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gadhira village has a total of 236 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gadhira as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gadhira is 39.43%. The male literacy rate is 50.09%, while the female literacy rate is 29.45%.