Gaighata

Gaighata is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.4km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Gaighata village. As per 2009 stats, Kalagram is the gram panchayat of Gaighata village.

Gaighata 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 Gaighata

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaighata is 338307. The village spans a total geographical area of 54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721150. Midnapore is nearest town to Gaighata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Gaighata

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 416 200 216
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 42 18 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 33 19 14
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 327 172 155
Illiterate Population 89 28 61

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

  • The total population of Gaighata village is around 416, including approximately 200 males and 216 females, with a sex ratio of 1080 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Gaighata village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gaighata village has 33 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gaighata village is about 78.61%, with male literacy at 86.00% and female literacy at 71.76%.
  • There are around 83 households in Gaighata village.

Connectivity of Gaighata

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaighata. As per the 2011 stats, Gaighata 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gaighata

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

Rauta Krishnanagar Kismat Mundalika Sahara Bajirchak Goraipur Birbira Kalagram Gamar Hati Kana Khali Suratpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Gaighata

Where is Gaighata located?
Gaighata village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaighata?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaighata is Kalagram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gaighata?
The pincode of Gaighata is 721150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gaighata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaighata is 416, with 200 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Gaighata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaighata village has a total of 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaighata as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaighata is 78.61%. The male literacy rate is 86.00%, while the female literacy rate is 71.76%.