Ghatua
Ghatua is a village located in Egra I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Egra are the district & sub-district headquarters of Ghatua village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kasba Egra is the gram panchayat of Ghatua village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghatua unique in its vibrant Egra 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 346715. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721429. Egra is nearest town to Ghatua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Ghatua
Population of Ghatua
According to the 2011 Census, Ghatua has a total population of about 393, with approximately 202 males and 191 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 75 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.84%, with male literacy at about 42.57% and female literacy near 24.61%. There are around 81 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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 393 | 202 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 133 | 86 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 116 | 144 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Egra I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghatua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghatua is Kasba Egra (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 721429, 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 393, with 202 males and 191 females.
- How many households are there in Ghatua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghatua village has a total of 81 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghatua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghatua is 33.84%. The male literacy rate is 42.57%, while the female literacy rate is 24.61%.