Ghera
Ghera is a village located in Itahar subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.9km away from sub-district headquarter Itahar. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Ghera village. As per 2009 stats, Itahar is the gram panchayat of Ghera village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghera unique in its vibrant Itahar-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Ghera’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 Ghera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghera is 310229. The village spans a total geographical area of 139.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733128. Raiganj is nearest town to Ghera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Ghera
Population of Ghera
According to the 2011 Census, Ghera has a total population of about 2,180, with approximately 1,147 males and 1,033 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 290 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 522 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.00%, with male literacy at about 61.38% and female literacy near 47.92%. There are around 467 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,180 | 1,147 | 1,033 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 154 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 283 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,199 | 704 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 981 | 443 | 538 |
Connectivity of Ghera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghera. As per the 2011 stats, Ghera 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghera
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghera
- Where is Ghera located?
- Ghera village is situated in Itahar Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghera?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghera is Itahar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghera?
- The pincode of Ghera is 733128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghera is 2,180, with 1,147 males and 1,033 females.
- How many households are there in Ghera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghera village has a total of 467 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghera is 55.00%. The male literacy rate is 61.38%, while the female literacy rate is 47.92%.