Gaighata
About Gaighata
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gaighata village is 338838. Gaighata village is located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Salbani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gaighata village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Lalgeria is the gram panchayat of Gaighata village.
The total geographical area of village is 74.39 hectares. Gaighata has a total population of 159 peoples, out of which male population is 75 while female population is 84. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1120 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gaighata village is 44.03% out of which 52.00% males and 36.90% females are literate. There are about 32 houses in gaighata village.
When it comes to administration, Gaighata village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gaighata village comes under Salboni Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency. Midnapur is nearest town to gaighata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Gaighata
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 159 | 75 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 36 | 53 |
Connectivity of Gaighata
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gaighata
Where is Gaighata located?
Gaighata village is situated in Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaighata?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaighata is Lalgeria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gaighata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaighata is 159, with 75 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Gaighata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaighata village has a total of 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaighata as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaighata is 44.03%. The male literacy rate is 52.00%, while the female literacy rate is 36.90%.