Ghateshwar
Ghateshwar is a village located in Mandirbazar subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.1km away from sub-district headquarter Mandirbazar (tehsildar office) and 60.6km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Ghateswar is the gram panchayat of Ghateshwar village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghateshwar unique in its vibrant Mandirbazar-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Ghateshwar’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 Ghateshwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghateshwar is 334728. The village spans a total geographical area of 172.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743336. Jaynagar is nearest town to Ghateshwar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Ghateshwar
Population of Ghateshwar
According to the 2011 Census, Ghateshwar has a total population of about 2,430, with approximately 1,273 males and 1,157 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 274 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 786 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.28%, with male literacy at about 75.65% and female literacy near 66.46%. There are around 528 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghateshwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,430 | 1,273 | 1,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 153 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 786 | 417 | 369 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,732 | 963 | 769 |
| Illiterate Population | 698 | 310 | 388 |
Connectivity of Ghateshwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghateshwar. As per the 2011 stats, Ghateshwar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Ghateshwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghateshwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghateshwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghateshwar
- Where is Ghateshwar located?
- Ghateshwar village is situated in Mandirbazar Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghateshwar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghateshwar is Ghateswar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghateshwar?
- The pincode of Ghateshwar is 743336, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghateshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghateshwar is 2,430, with 1,273 males and 1,157 females.
- How many households are there in Ghateshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghateshwar village has a total of 528 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghateshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghateshwar is 71.28%. The male literacy rate is 75.65%, while the female literacy rate is 66.46%.