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.
Ghateshwar 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Ghateshwar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghateshwar village:
- The total population of Ghateshwar village is around 2,430, including approximately 1,273 males and 1,157 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 274 children aged 0–6 years in Ghateshwar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghateshwar village has 786 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghateshwar village is about 71.28%, with male literacy at 75.65% and female literacy at 66.46%.
- There are around 528 households in Ghateshwar village.
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%.