Gagra Char

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

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gagra Char is 345851. The village spans a total geographical area of 323.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721646. Haldia is nearest town to Gagra Char village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Gagra Char

According to the 2011 Census, Gagra Char has a total population of about 709, with approximately 366 males and 343 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 92 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 326 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 74.47%, with male literacy at about 78.14% and female literacy near 70.55%. There are around 147 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gagra Char's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 709 366 343
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 92 48 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 326 170 156
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 528 286 242
Illiterate Population 181 80 101

Connectivity of Gagra Char

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gagra Char. As per the 2011 stats, Gagra Char 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gagra Char

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gagra Char

Where is Gagra Char located?
Gagra Char village is situated in Nandigram I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagra Char?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagra Char is Sonachura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gagra Char?
The pincode of Gagra Char is 721646, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gagra Char as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gagra Char is 709, with 366 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Gagra Char as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gagra Char village has a total of 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagra Char as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gagra Char is 74.47%. The male literacy rate is 78.14%, while the female literacy rate is 70.55%.