Gabua
Gabua is a village located in Sitai subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.6km away from sub-district headquarter Sitai (tehsildar office) and 46.2km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Brahmottar Chatra is the gram panchayat of Gabua village.
Here you can discover what makes Gabua unique in its vibrant Sitai-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Gabua’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 Gabua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gabua is 308727. The village spans a total geographical area of 494.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736172. Dinhata is nearest town to Gabua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Gabua
Population of Gabua
According to the 2011 Census, Gabua has a total population of about 2,464, with approximately 1,289 males and 1,175 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 312 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,167 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 59.54%, with male literacy at about 65.63% and female literacy near 52.85%. There are around 554 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gabua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,464 | 1,289 | 1,175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 152 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,167 | 1,124 | 1,043 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,467 | 846 | 621 |
| Illiterate Population | 997 | 443 | 554 |
Connectivity of Gabua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gabua. As per the 2011 stats, Gabua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gabua
Knowing the nearby villages of Gabua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gabua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gabua
- Where is Gabua located?
- Gabua village is situated in Sitai Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gabua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gabua is Brahmottar Chatra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gabua?
- The pincode of Gabua is 736172, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gabua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gabua is 2,464, with 1,289 males and 1,175 females.
- How many households are there in Gabua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gabua village has a total of 554 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gabua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gabua is 59.54%. The male literacy rate is 65.63%, while the female literacy rate is 52.85%.