Gouripur
Gouripur is a village located in Premnagar tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Premnagar (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Gouripur village is also a gram panchayat.
Gouripur has its own place in the vibrant Surguja 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 Gouripur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gouripur is 432882. The village spans a total geographical area of 360.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Premnagar is nearest town to Gouripur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Gouripur
Below is a concise population overview of Gouripur 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 | 990 | 504 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 96 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 624 | 318 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 501 | 298 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 206 | 283 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gouripur village:
- The total population of Gouripur village is around 990, including approximately 504 males and 486 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 170 children aged 0–6 years in Gouripur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gouripur village has 13 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 624 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gouripur village is about 50.61%, with male literacy at 59.13% and female literacy at 41.77%.
- There are around 206 households in Gouripur village.
Connectivity of Gouripur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gouripur. As per the 2011 stats, Gouripur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gouripur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gouripur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gouripur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gouripur
- Where is Gouripur located?
- Gouripur village is situated in Premnagar Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gouripur?
- Gouripur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gouripur?
- The pincode of Gouripur is 497116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gouripur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gouripur is 990, with 504 males and 486 females.
- How many households are there in Gouripur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gouripur village has a total of 206 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gouripur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gouripur is 50.61%. The male literacy rate is 59.13%, while the female literacy rate is 41.77%.