Gaichandra
Gaichandra is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gaichandra village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bandhgora is the gram panchayat of Gaichandra village.
Here you can discover what makes Gaichandra unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Gaichandra’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 Gaichandra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaichandra is 339574. The village spans a total geographical area of 20.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Gaichandra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
As per 2019 stats, Gaichandra village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Gaichandra
Population of Gaichandra
According to the 2011 Census, Gaichandra has a total population of about 158, with approximately 75 males and 83 females. The sex ratio is around 1106 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 26 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 93 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 60. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.20%, with male literacy at about 61.33% and female literacy near 32.53%. There are around 39 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaichandra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 158 | 75 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 9 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 46 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 29 | 56 |
Connectivity of Gaichandra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaichandra. As per the 2011 stats, Gaichandra 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaichandra
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaichandra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaichandra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaichandra
- Where is Gaichandra located?
- Gaichandra village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaichandra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaichandra is Bandhgora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gaichandra?
- The pincode of Gaichandra is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaichandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaichandra is 158, with 75 males and 83 females.
- How many households are there in Gaichandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaichandra village has a total of 39 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaichandra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaichandra is 46.20%. The male literacy rate is 61.33%, while the female literacy rate is 32.53%.