Ghatua

Ghatua is a village located in Contai I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Contai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Ghatua village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Mahisagot is the gram panchayat of Ghatua village.

Here you can discover what makes Ghatua unique in its vibrant Contai I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Ghatua’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 Ghatua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghatua is 346162. The village spans a total geographical area of 249.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721433. Contai is nearest town to Ghatua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Ghatua

According to the 2011 Census, Ghatua has a total population of about 1,904, with approximately 979 males and 925 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 199 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 476 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.61%, with male literacy at about 87.13% and female literacy near 79.89%. There are around 406 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghatua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,904 979 925
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 199 100 99
Scheduled Castes (SC) 476 250 226
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 1,592 853 739
Illiterate Population 312 126 186

Connectivity of Ghatua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghatua. As per the 2011 stats, Ghatua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghatua

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghatua

Where is Ghatua located?
Ghatua village is situated in Contai I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatua?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatua is Mahisagot (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghatua?
The pincode of Ghatua is 721433, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghatua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghatua is 1,904, with 979 males and 925 females.
How many households are there in Ghatua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghatua village has a total of 406 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghatua is 83.61%. The male literacy rate is 87.13%, while the female literacy rate is 79.89%.