Gaitar
Gaitar is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.7km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gaitar village. As per 2009 stats, Barua is the gram panchayat of Gaitar village.
Here you can discover what makes Gaitar unique in its vibrant Raiganj-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Gaitar’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 Gaitar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaitar is 309759. The village spans a total geographical area of 139.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733134. Raiganj is nearest town to Gaitar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
As per 2019 stats, Gaitar village comes under Raiganj assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Gaitar
Population of Gaitar
According to the 2011 Census, Gaitar has a total population of about 931, with approximately 484 males and 447 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 118 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 640 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.12%, with male literacy at about 68.39% and female literacy near 53.24%. There are around 213 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaitar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 931 | 484 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 54 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 640 | 341 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 331 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 153 | 209 |
Connectivity of Gaitar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaitar. As per the 2011 stats, Gaitar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaitar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaitar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaitar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaitar
- Where is Gaitar located?
- Gaitar village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaitar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaitar is Barua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gaitar?
- The pincode of Gaitar is 733134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaitar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaitar is 931, with 484 males and 447 females.
- How many households are there in Gaitar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaitar village has a total of 213 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaitar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaitar is 61.12%. The male literacy rate is 68.39%, while the female literacy rate is 53.24%.