Village code 343459

Gahira Village, Narayangarh Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Gahira is a village in Narayangarh Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Gahira village map in West Bengal
Gahira village map image for Narayangarh Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Gahira is a village in Narayangarh Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. For Gahira, the population is 1,528, PIN code is 721445 and Census village code is 343459. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Gahira village
Village code343459
PIN code721445
Population1,528
Households317
Area216.88 ha / 2.17 sq. km / 536 acres
Population density705 people per sq. km
Sex ratio946 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townKharagpur (59 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPaschim Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPaschim Medinipur

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 721445. This helps users verify the postal area for Gahira, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Gahira village
PIN code721445
Post offices linked with this PINKhakurda SO, Asda BO, Babla BO, Ekarukhi BO, Garh Radhanagar BO, and Kushbasan BO
Best matching post officeKhakurda SO (Post office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtMedinipur West
Postal stateWest Bengal
Postal divisionContai Division
Postal circleWest Bengal Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Gahira comes under Gahira gram panchayat and Narayangarh C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Narayangarh Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Belda at Not reported. The Census district headquarters, Midnapur, is Not reported away.

Administrative details for Gahira
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPaschim Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPaschim Medinipur
State code19
District code344
Block / Census sub-district code2465
C.D. Block code312
Block panchayat code312

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Gahira village and its household count.

Total population

1,528 residents in 317 households

Male population

785

Female population

743

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: Not reported; Scheduled Tribes: 109

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Gahira
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Gahira
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldAvailable
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Gahira
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageAvailable
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power16 hours per day
Winter domestic power14 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Gahira
Net area sown104.48 hectares
Irrigated area14.61 hectares
Unirrigated area89.87 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area14.61 hectares
Non-agricultural area88.46 hectares
Main cropPaddy
Second cropMustard Seeds
Third cropGroundnut

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Gahira
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Sasinda, within 5 km.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Sasinda, within 5 km.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Khakurda, 5-10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Gahira

Kharagpur (59 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Belda is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Gahira
Nearest major townKharagpur (59 km)
Block headquartersBelda
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Gahira. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Gahira
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Non Government Medical Facilities Out Patient1
Non Government Medical Facilities in and Out Patient2
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Is the Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign TSCAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Other District RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
Water Bounded MacadamAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Agricultural Marketing SocietyAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Community Centre with without TVAvailable
Sports FieldAvailable
Sports Club Recreation CentreAvailable
Cinema Video HallAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Birth and Death Registration OfficeAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable
Power Supply for Agriculture UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Gahira village located?

Gahira is located in Narayangarh Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Paschim Medinipur.

Which Block is Gahira in?

Gahira is in Narayangarh Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Gahira in?

District: Paschim Medinipur.

What is the village code of Gahira?

The Census village code of Gahira is 343459.

What is the PIN code of Gahira?

The PIN code reported for Gahira is 721445.

What is the population of Gahira?

Gahira has 1,528 residents in 317 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Gahira?

The nearest statutory town to Gahira is Kharagpur (59 km).

Which crops are grown in Gahira?

The main crops reported for Gahira are Paddy, Mustard Seeds, and Groundnut.

What land-use details are available for Gahira?

Land-use details for Gahira include net area sown: 104.48 hectares, irrigated area: 14.61 hectares, and unirrigated area: 89.87 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Gahira?

Government primary school status for Gahira is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Gahira?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Gahira?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Gahira?

The total geographical area of Gahira is 216.88 hectares.

How many households are in Gahira?

Gahira has 317 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Gahira?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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