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.
Gaitar 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Gaitar 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gaitar village:
- The total population of Gaitar village is around 931, including approximately 484 males and 447 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Gaitar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gaitar village has 640 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gaitar village is about 61.12%, with male literacy at 68.39% and female literacy at 53.24%.
- There are around 213 households in Gaitar village.
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%.