Gama
Gama is a village located in Narayangarh subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Belda are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gama village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Narma is the gram panchayat of Gama village.
Here you can discover what makes Gama unique in its vibrant Narayangarh-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Gama’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 Gama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gama is 343138. The village spans a total geographical area of 381.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721437. Kharagpur is nearest town to Gama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
Google Map of Gama
Population of Gama
According to the 2011 Census, Gama has a total population of about 1,874, with approximately 949 males and 925 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 233 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 218 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 749. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.75%, with male literacy at about 72.18% and female literacy near 53.08%. There are around 425 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,874 | 949 | 925 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 127 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 119 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 749 | 381 | 368 |
| Literate Population | 1,176 | 685 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 698 | 264 | 434 |
Connectivity of Gama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gama. As per the 2011 stats, Gama 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 Gama
Knowing the nearby villages of Gama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gama
- Where is Gama located?
- Gama village is situated in Narayangarh Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gama?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gama is Narma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gama?
- The pincode of Gama is 721437, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gama is 1,874, with 949 males and 925 females.
- How many households are there in Gama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gama village has a total of 425 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gama is 62.75%. The male literacy rate is 72.18%, while the female literacy rate is 53.08%.