Gauripur
Gauripur is a village located in Pranpur subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Pranpur (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Gauripur village is also a gram panchayat.
Gauripur has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Gauripur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gauripur is 225404. The village spans a total geographical area of 149 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 854116. Katihar is nearest town to Gauripur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
Google Map of Gauripur
Population of Gauripur
Below is a concise population overview of Gauripur 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 | 1,923 | 1,021 | 902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 187 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 205 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 1,015 | 590 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 908 | 431 | 477 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gauripur village:
- The total population of Gauripur village is around 1,923, including approximately 1,021 males and 902 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 355 children aged 0–6 years in Gauripur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gauripur village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 387 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gauripur village is about 52.78%, with male literacy at 57.79% and female literacy at 47.12%.
- There are around 390 households in Gauripur village.
Connectivity of Gauripur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gauripur. As per the 2011 stats, Gauripur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Gauripur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gauripur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gauripur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gauripur
- Where is Gauripur located?
- Gauripur village is situated in Pranpur Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gauripur?
- Gauripur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gauripur?
- The pincode of Gauripur is 854116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gauripur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gauripur is 1,923, with 1,021 males and 902 females.
- How many households are there in Gauripur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gauripur village has a total of 390 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gauripur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gauripur is 52.78%. The male literacy rate is 57.79%, while the female literacy rate is 47.12%.