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.
Gaichandra has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 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.
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Population of Gaichandra
Below is a concise population overview of Gaichandra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gaichandra village:
- The total population of Gaichandra village is around 158, including approximately 75 males and 83 females, with a sex ratio of 1106 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 26 children aged 0–6 years in Gaichandra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gaichandra village has 93 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 60 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gaichandra village is about 46.20%, with male literacy at 61.33% and female literacy at 32.53%.
- There are around 39 households in Gaichandra village.
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%.