Gaigaon

Gaigaon is a village located in Karandighi subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Karandighi. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Gaigaon village. As per 2009 stats, Lahutara I is the gram panchayat of Gaigaon village.

Gaigaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Gaigaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaigaon is 309490. The village spans a total geographical area of 38.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733215. Raiganj is nearest town to Gaigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gaigaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karandighi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gaigaon

Below is a concise population overview of Gaigaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 502 264 238
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 107 55 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 54 29 25
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 245 153 92
Illiterate Population 257 111 146

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gaigaon village:

  • The total population of Gaigaon village is around 502, including approximately 264 males and 238 females, with a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 107 children aged 0–6 years in Gaigaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gaigaon village has 54 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gaigaon village is about 48.80%, with male literacy at 57.95% and female literacy at 38.66%.
  • There are around 80 households in Gaigaon village.

Connectivity of Gaigaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaigaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gaigaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gaigaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Gaigaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaigaon.

Kochara Parua Singardaha Piazgaon Keshopur Chandargaon Barhans Jharibarhans Jhari Dulepur Belbari

Frequently Asked Questions about Gaigaon

Where is Gaigaon located?
Gaigaon village is situated in Karandighi Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaigaon is Lahutara I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gaigaon?
The pincode of Gaigaon is 733215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gaigaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaigaon is 502, with 264 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Gaigaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaigaon village has a total of 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaigaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaigaon is 48.80%. The male literacy rate is 57.95%, while the female literacy rate is 38.66%.