Gaighata

Gaighata is a village located in Kharagpur I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gaighata village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Arjuni 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 341469. The village spans a total geographical area of 51.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721513. Kharagpur is nearest town to Gaighata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km 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 360 187 173
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 32 15 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 83 43 40
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 296 158 138
Illiterate Population 64 29 35

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

  • The total population of Gaighata village is around 360, including approximately 187 males and 173 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Gaighata village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gaighata village has 83 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gaighata village is about 82.22%, with male literacy at 84.49% and female literacy at 79.77%.
  • There are around 95 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 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 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.

Jafarpur Ladana Garra D0mgaria Kalkeundi Kultikri Hariharpur Palasbani Baghakoli Dhaniapara Arjuni

Frequently Asked Questions about Gaighata

Where is Gaighata located?
Gaighata village is situated in Kharagpur I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaighata?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaighata is Arjuni (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 721513, 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 360, with 187 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Gaighata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaighata village has a total of 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaighata as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaighata is 82.22%. The male literacy rate is 84.49%, while the female literacy rate is 79.77%.