Gatura
About Gatura
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gatura village is 334354. Gatura village is located in Diamond Harbour I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.9km away from sub-district headquarter Diamond Harbour (tehsildar office) and 36.6km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Derak is the gram panchayat of Gatura village.
The total geographical area of village is 159.45 hectares. Gatura has a total population of 759 peoples, out of which male population is 391 while female population is 368. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 941 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gatura village is 63.11% out of which 65.98% males and 60.05% females are literate. There are about 150 houses in gatura village. Pincode of gatura village locality is 743332.
When it comes to administration, Gatura village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gatura village comes under Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency & Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to gatura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Gatura
The population details of Gatura 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 | 759 | 391 | 368 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 144 | 83 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 479 | 258 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 133 | 147 |
Connectivity of Gatura
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gatura
Where is Gatura located?
Gatura village is situated in Diamond Harbour I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gatura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gatura is Derak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gatura?
The pincode of Gatura is 743332, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gatura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gatura is 759, with 391 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Gatura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gatura village has a total of 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gatura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gatura is 63.11%. The male literacy rate is 65.98%, while the female literacy rate is 60.05%.