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.

Gaharia has its own place in the vibrant Murshidabad 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 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.

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Population of Gaharia

Below is a concise population overview of Gaharia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gaharia village:

  • The total population of Gaharia village is around 1,670, including approximately 849 males and 821 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 225 children aged 0–6 years in Gaharia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gaharia village has 617 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gaharia village is about 47.54%, with male literacy at 53.36% and female literacy at 41.53%.
  • There are around 376 households in Gaharia village.

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.

Dakshin Gangarampur Ratanpur Arazi Naldipi Jalkarbil Narua Nrisinghapur Bil Patan Dakshin Sibpur Dakshin Raypur Hari Nagar Kesabpur Rameswarpur

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%.