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
According to the 2011 Census, Gauripur village had a total population of 203 people, including 99 males and 104 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.17%, with male literacy at 59.26% and female literacy at 29.27%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 203 | 99 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 203, including 99 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Gauripur?
Gauripur had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gauripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauripur was 44.17%. Male literacy was 59.26% and female literacy was 29.27%.