Gadkhali

Gadkhali is a village located in Basanti subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.9km away from sub-district headquarter Sonakhali (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Maszidbati is the gram panchayat of Gadkhali village.

Gadkhali has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gadkhali

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gadkhali is 335088. The village spans a total geographical area of 552.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743312. Canning is nearest town to Gadkhali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gadkhali village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gosaba Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gadkhali

Below is a concise population overview of Gadkhali as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,685 2,395 2,290
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 637 325 312
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,098 1,087 1,011
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,901 1,686 1,215
Illiterate Population 1,784 709 1,075

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gadkhali village:

  • The total population of Gadkhali village is around 4,685, including approximately 2,395 males and 2,290 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 637 children aged 0–6 years in Gadkhali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gadkhali village has 2,098 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gadkhali village is about 61.92%, with male literacy at 70.40% and female literacy at 53.06%.
  • There are around 1,067 households in Gadkhali village.

Connectivity of Gadkhali

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gadkhali. As per the 2011 stats, Gadkhali 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gadkhali

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

Kala Hazra Hogalduri Ramkrishnapur Dakshin Battala Mazidbari Harekrishnapur Ranigar Joygopalpur Jyotishpur Radharanipur Hiranmoypur

Frequently Asked Questions about Gadkhali

Where is Gadkhali located?
Gadkhali village is situated in Basanti Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadkhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadkhali is Maszidbati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gadkhali?
The pincode of Gadkhali is 743312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gadkhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gadkhali is 4,685, with 2,395 males and 2,290 females.
How many households are there in Gadkhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gadkhali village has a total of 1,067 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadkhali as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gadkhali is 61.92%. The male literacy rate is 70.40%, while the female literacy rate is 53.06%.