Gahak Population
As per the 2011 Census, Gahak Village has a population of 874 (874) with 448 (448) males and 426 (426) females.The sex ratio in Gahak is 951, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Gahak Village is 105 (105) which is 12.01% of Gahak Village overall population, Child sex Ratio of Gahak Village is 1235 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Gahak village is listed as part of the Purbasthali - I Subdistrict (Tahsil) of the Barddhaman District in the state of WEST BENGAL in INDIA.
The majority of the Village population resides in Rural areas.
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Gahak Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Gahak Village current estimated population is projected to be 952 (952), indicating a 8.86% increased from Gahak's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 485 , and the estimated female population is 467 .
Gahak Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Gahak Village estimated population is projected to be 956 (956), projecting a 9.38% increased from Gahak's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 487 , and the estimated female population is 470 .
Gahak Literacy Rate
Gahak Village has a literacy rate of 75.16% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Gahak Village is 81.8 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Gahak Village is 67.93 higher than national average of 64.63%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Gahak
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75.16 | 81.8 | 67.93 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 75.16 | 81.8 | 67.93 |
Gahak Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Gahak Village is 450 (450) with 225 (225) males and 225 (225) females, which is 51.49% of Gahak Village overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1000 females for every 1000 males.
Gahak Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Gahak Village is 76 (76) with 37 (37) males and 39 (39) females, which is 8.7% of Gahak Village overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1055 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Gahak
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 951 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 951 |
Gahak Area & Households
The Total Number of households in Gahak Village are 198 (198).
Gahak Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Gahak Village, there are about 302 (302) workers, making up nearly 34.55% of the Gahak Village total population. Out of these, around 271 (271) are male workers, and about 31 (31) are female workers.
Gahak - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 952 (952) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 956 (956) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 960 (960) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 963 (963) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 966 (966) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 970 (970) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 973 (973) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 975 (975) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 976 (976) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 978 (978) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 979 (979) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 981 (981) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 982 (982) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Gahak Village's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 982 (982), with a male population of 497 (497) and a female population of 486 (486). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Gahak Village's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.29%.
Gahak Locality & Nearby Villages
| # | Village Name | Village Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ichhlampur | 1,657 |
| 2 | Mahesgaria | 1,048 |
| 3 | Jialgaria | 580 |
| 4 | Nadanghat | 3,799 |
| 5 | Kundapara | 1,065 |
| 6 | Akabpur | 1,597 |
| 7 | Lakshmipara | 940 |
| 8 | Jakar | 1,749 |
| 9 | Bhaidarpara | 903 |
| 10 | Seoragaria | 142 |