Gaigaon
About Gaigaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gaigaon village is 309490. Gaigaon village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 38.45 hectares. Gaigaon has a total population of 502 peoples, out of which male population is 264 while female population is 238. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 901 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gaigaon village is 48.80% out of which 57.95% males and 38.66% females are literate. There are about 80 houses in gaigaon village. Pincode of gaigaon village locality is 733215.
When it comes to administration, Gaigaon 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, Gaigaon village comes under Karandighi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency. Raiganj is nearest town to gaigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Gaigaon
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 502 | 264 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 153 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 111 | 146 |
Connectivity of Gaigaon
| 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 |
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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%.