Ghegirghat
Ghegirghat is a village located in Cooch Behar I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 35.9km away from sub-district headquarter Ghughumari (tehsildar office) and 9.3km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Deoanhat is the gram panchayat of Ghegirghat village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghegirghat unique in its vibrant Cooch Behar I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Ghegirghat’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 Ghegirghat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghegirghat is 308185. The village spans a total geographical area of 332.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736134. Cooch Behar I is nearest town to Ghegirghat village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Ghegirghat 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 Natabari Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghegirghat
Population of Ghegirghat
According to the 2011 Census, Ghegirghat has a total population of about 2,545, with approximately 1,344 males and 1,201 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 286 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 269 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.86%, with male literacy at about 74.48% and female literacy near 64.70%. There are around 637 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghegirghat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,545 | 1,344 | 1,201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 160 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 130 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,778 | 1,001 | 777 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 343 | 424 |
Connectivity of Ghegirghat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghegirghat. As per the 2011 stats, Ghegirghat 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghegirghat
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghegirghat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghegirghat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghegirghat
- Where is Ghegirghat located?
- Ghegirghat village is situated in Cooch Behar I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghegirghat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghegirghat is Deoanhat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghegirghat?
- The pincode of Ghegirghat is 736134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghegirghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghegirghat is 2,545, with 1,344 males and 1,201 females.
- How many households are there in Ghegirghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghegirghat village has a total of 637 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghegirghat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghegirghat is 69.86%. The male literacy rate is 74.48%, while the female literacy rate is 64.70%.