Gajaghanta
Gajaghanta is a village located in Chinsurah Magra subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.5km away from sub-district headquarter Chinsurah (tehsildar office) and 11.8km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Mogra I is the gram panchayat of Gajaghanta village.
Gajaghanta has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Gajaghanta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajaghanta is 325067. The village spans a total geographical area of 90.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712503. Bansberia is nearest town to Gajaghanta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gajaghanta 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 Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Gajaghanta
Below is a concise population overview of Gajaghanta 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 | 4,680 | 2,343 | 2,337 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 221 | 195 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 856 | 448 | 408 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
Literate Population | 3,800 | 1,985 | 1,815 |
Illiterate Population | 880 | 358 | 522 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gajaghanta village:
- The total population of Gajaghanta village is around 4,680, including approximately 2,343 males and 2,337 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 416 children aged 0–6 years in Gajaghanta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gajaghanta village has 856 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 22 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gajaghanta village is about 81.20%, with male literacy at 84.72% and female literacy at 77.66%.
- There are around 1,112 households in Gajaghanta village.
Connectivity of Gajaghanta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gajaghanta. As per the 2011 stats, Gajaghanta 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 <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gajaghanta
Knowing the nearby villages of Gajaghanta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gajaghanta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gajaghanta
- Where is Gajaghanta located?
- Gajaghanta village is situated in Chinsurah Magra Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gajaghanta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gajaghanta is Mogra I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gajaghanta?
- The pincode of Gajaghanta is 712503, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gajaghanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajaghanta is 4,680, with 2,343 males and 2,337 females.
- How many households are there in Gajaghanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gajaghanta village has a total of 1,112 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gajaghanta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajaghanta is 81.20%. The male literacy rate is 84.72%, while the female literacy rate is 77.66%.