Gunakarpur - Lakhnaur, Madhubani
Gunakarpur is a village situated in the Lakhnaur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnaur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Gangapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunakarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunakarpur is 220827. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.4 hectares and falls under the 847403 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gunakarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gunakarpur
As per Census 2011, Gunakarpur village has a total population of 3,030 people, consisting of 1,623 males and 1,407 females. The village has 607 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 552 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,327 literate and 1,703 illiterate residents. Additionally, 775 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunakarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,030 | 1,623 | 1,407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 552 | 298 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 775 | 418 | 357 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,327 | 915 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,703 | 708 | 995 |
Nearby Villages of Gunakarpur
Gunakarpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gunakarpur
Public transport in the Gunakarpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gunakarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Gunakarpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Gunakarpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunakarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunakarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gunakarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunakarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gunakarpur
Where is Gunakarpur located?
Gunakarpur village is located in Lakhnaur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunakarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunakarpur is Gangapur.
What is the pincode of Gunakarpur?
The pincode of Gunakarpur is 847403.
What is the population of Gunakarpur?
Gunakarpur has a total population of 3,030, including 1,623 males and 1,407 females.
How many households are there in Gunakarpur?
There are 607 households in Gunakarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gunakarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunakarpur is 43.80%. Male literacy is 56.38% and female literacy is 29.28%.