Gadighat
Gadighat is a village located in Daspur I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.5km away from sub-district headquarter Daspur . Midnapur is the district headquarter of Gadighat village. As per 2009 stats, Daspur I is the gram panchayat of Gadighat village.
Here you can discover what makes Gadighat unique in its vibrant Daspur I-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Gadighat’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 Gadighat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gadighat is 337942. The village spans a total geographical area of 85.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721212. Ghatal is nearest town to Gadighat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Gadighat
Population of Gadighat
According to the 2011 Census, Gadighat has a total population of about 1,694, with approximately 847 males and 847 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 178 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 244 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 44. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.68%, with male literacy at about 81.82% and female literacy near 69.54%. There are around 352 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gadighat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,694 | 847 | 847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 77 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 116 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,282 | 693 | 589 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 154 | 258 |
Connectivity of Gadighat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gadighat. As per the 2011 stats, Gadighat 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gadighat
Knowing the nearby villages of Gadighat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gadighat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gadighat
- Where is Gadighat located?
- Gadighat village is situated in Daspur I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gadighat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gadighat is Daspur I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gadighat?
- The pincode of Gadighat is 721212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gadighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gadighat is 1,694, with 847 males and 847 females.
- How many households are there in Gadighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gadighat village has a total of 352 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gadighat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gadighat is 75.68%. The male literacy rate is 81.82%, while the female literacy rate is 69.54%.