Gaighata
About Gaighata
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gaighata village is 341206. Gaighata village is located in Sankrail subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Sankrail are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gaighata village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Ragrah is the gram panchayat of Gaighata village.
The total geographical area of village is 70.47 hectares. Gaighata has a total population of 408 peoples, out of which male population is 218 while female population is 190. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 871 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gaighata village is 57.84% out of which 65.14% males and 49.47% females are literate. There are about 86 houses in gaighata village. Pincode of gaighata village locality is 721517.
Jhargram is nearest town to gaighata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Gaighata
The population details of Gaighata cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 408 | 218 | 190 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 392 | 212 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 142 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 76 | 96 |
Connectivity of Gaighata
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gaighata
Where is Gaighata located?
Gaighata village is situated in Sankrail Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaighata?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaighata is Ragrah (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 721517, 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 408, with 218 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Gaighata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaighata village has a total of 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaighata as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaighata is 57.84%. The male literacy rate is 65.14%, while the female literacy rate is 49.47%.