Gahira
About Gahira
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gahira village is 330135. Gahira village is located in Para subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Para (tehsildar office) and 37.4km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Udaypur Joynagar is the gram panchayat of Gahira village.
The total geographical area of village is 235.12 hectares. Gahira has a total population of 1,231 peoples, out of which male population is 618 while female population is 613. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 991 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gahira village is 47.44% out of which 56.47% males and 38.34% females are literate. There are about 226 houses in gahira village. Pincode of gahira village locality is 723155.
Raghunathpur is nearest town to gahira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Gahira
The population details of Gahira 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 | 1,231 | 618 | 613 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 197 | 110 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 853 | 428 | 425 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 584 | 349 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 269 | 378 |
Connectivity of Gahira
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gahira
Where is Gahira located?
Gahira village is situated in Para Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahira?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahira is Udaypur Joynagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gahira?
The pincode of Gahira is 723155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gahira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahira is 1,231, with 618 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Gahira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahira village has a total of 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahira is 47.44%. The male literacy rate is 56.47%, while the female literacy rate is 38.34%.