Gauripur - Hiranpur, Pakur
Gauripur is a village situated in the Hiranpur subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranpur and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Pakaur. Vagsisha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauripur is 360208. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.38 hectares and falls under the 816104 pincode.
Gauripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gauripur
As per Census 2011, Gauripur village has a total population of 203 people, consisting of 99 males and 104 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 131 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gauripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 203 | 99 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 48 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 51 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Gauripur
Gauripur 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 Gauripur
Public transport in the Gauripur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pakaur to Gauripur is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gauripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauripur 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 Gauripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gauripur
Where is Gauripur located?
Gauripur village is located in Hiranpur Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gauripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauripur is Vagsisha.
What is the pincode of Gauripur?
The pincode of Gauripur is 816104.
What is the population of Gauripur?
Gauripur has a total population of 203, including 99 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Gauripur?
There are 40 households in Gauripur.
What is the literacy rate in Gauripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauripur is 35.47%. Male literacy is 48.48% and female literacy is 23.08%.