Hajighat

Hajighat is a village located in Keshiary subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Keshiary are the district & sub-district headquarters of Hajighat village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Baghasthi is the gram panchayat of Hajighat village.

Hajighat 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 Hajighat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hajighat is 343558. The village spans a total geographical area of 17.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721133. Kharagpur is nearest town to Hajighat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.

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Population of Hajighat

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 335 165 170
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 45 17 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) 23 11 12
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 276 133 143
Literate Population 135 83 52
Illiterate Population 200 82 118

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

  • The total population of Hajighat village is around 335, including approximately 165 males and 170 females, with a sex ratio of 1030 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 45 children aged 0–6 years in Hajighat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hajighat village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 276 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Hajighat village is about 40.30%, with male literacy at 50.30% and female literacy at 30.59%.
  • There are around 91 households in Hajighat village.

Connectivity of Hajighat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hajighat. As per the 2011 stats, Hajighat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Hajighat

Knowing the nearby villages of Hajighat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hajighat.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hajighat

Where is Hajighat located?
Hajighat village is situated in Keshiary Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hajighat?
The Gram Panchayat of Hajighat is Baghasthi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hajighat?
The pincode of Hajighat is 721133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hajighat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hajighat is 335, with 165 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Hajighat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hajighat village has a total of 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hajighat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hajighat is 40.30%. The male literacy rate is 50.30%, while the female literacy rate is 30.59%.