Ghatu
About Ghatu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ghatu village is 334351. Ghatu village is located in Diamond Harbour I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.3km away from sub-district headquarter Diamond Harbour (tehsildar office) and 36.4km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Mashat is the gram panchayat of Ghatu village.
The total geographical area of village is 44.25 hectares. Ghatu has a total population of 571 peoples, out of which male population is 303 while female population is 268. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 884 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ghatu village is 70.58% out of which 79.21% males and 60.82% females are literate. There are about 133 houses in ghatu village. Pincode of ghatu village locality is 743332.
When it comes to administration, Ghatu 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, Ghatu village comes under Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency & Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to ghatu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Ghatu
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 571 | 303 | 268 |
| Children (0-6) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 403 | 240 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 63 | 105 |
Connectivity of Ghatu
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatu
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghatu
Where is Ghatu located?
Ghatu 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 Ghatu?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatu is Mashat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghatu?
The pincode of Ghatu is 743332, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghatu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghatu is 571, with 303 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Ghatu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghatu village has a total of 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghatu is 70.58%. The male literacy rate is 79.21%, while the female literacy rate is 60.82%.