Gurtara
Gurtara is a village located in Singheshwar subdivision of Madhepura district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Singheshwar (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Madhepura. As per 2009 stats, Lalpur Saro Patti is the gram panchayat of Gurtara village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurtara unique in its vibrant Singheshwar-Madhepura region. You’ll see Gurtara’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 Gurtara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurtara is 225835. The village spans a total geographical area of 110 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 852128. Madhepura is nearest town to Gurtara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Gurtara
Population of Gurtara
According to the 2011 Census, Gurtara has a total population of about 464, with approximately 245 males and 219 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 98 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 397 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.66%, with male literacy at about 37.55% and female literacy near 18.72%. There are around 95 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurtara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 464 | 245 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 47 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 207 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 133 | 92 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 153 | 178 |
Connectivity of Gurtara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurtara. As per the 2011 stats, Gurtara 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gurtara
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurtara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurtara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurtara
- Where is Gurtara located?
- Gurtara village is situated in Singheshwar Subdivision, within the Madhepura district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurtara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurtara is Lalpur Saro Patti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurtara?
- The pincode of Gurtara is 852128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurtara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurtara is 464, with 245 males and 219 females.
- How many households are there in Gurtara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurtara village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurtara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurtara is 28.66%. The male literacy rate is 37.55%, while the female literacy rate is 18.72%.