Gaharia
Gaharia is a village located in Khargram subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Nagar are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gaharia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Margram is the gram panchayat of Gaharia village.
Here you can discover what makes Gaharia unique in its vibrant Khargram-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Gaharia’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 Gaharia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaharia is 315178. The village spans a total geographical area of 180.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742147. Kandi is nearest town to Gaharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
Google Map of Gaharia
Population of Gaharia
According to the 2011 Census, Gaharia has a total population of about 1,670, with approximately 849 males and 821 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 225 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 617 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 47.54%, with male literacy at about 53.36% and female literacy near 41.53%. There are around 376 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaharia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,670 | 849 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 110 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 617 | 314 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 794 | 453 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 396 | 480 |
Connectivity of Gaharia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaharia. As per the 2011 stats, Gaharia 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaharia
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaharia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaharia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaharia
- Where is Gaharia located?
- Gaharia village is situated in Khargram Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaharia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaharia is Margram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gaharia?
- The pincode of Gaharia is 742147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaharia is 1,670, with 849 males and 821 females.
- How many households are there in Gaharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaharia village has a total of 376 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaharia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaharia is 47.54%. The male literacy rate is 53.36%, while the female literacy rate is 41.53%.