Gurgain
Gurgain is a village located in Burmu subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Burmu (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Ranchi. As per 2009 stats, Gurgain village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gurgain unique in its vibrant Burmu-Ranchi region. You’ll see Gurgain’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 Gurgain
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurgain is 373433. The village spans a total geographical area of 590.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835214. Ranchi is nearest town to Gurgain village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gurgain
According to the 2011 Census, Gurgain has a total population of about 3,008, with approximately 1,512 males and 1,496 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 445 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,554. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.05%, with male literacy at about 62.63% and female literacy near 47.39%. There are around 558 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurgain's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,008 | 1,512 | 1,496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 445 | 209 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,554 | 767 | 787 |
| Literate Population | 1,656 | 947 | 709 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,352 | 565 | 787 |
Connectivity of Gurgain
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurgain. As per the 2011 stats, Gurgain had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurgain
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurgain helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurgain.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurgain
- Where is Gurgain located?
- Gurgain village is situated in Burmu Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurgain?
- Gurgain serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gurgain?
- The pincode of Gurgain is 835214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurgain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurgain is 3,008, with 1,512 males and 1,496 females.
- How many households are there in Gurgain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurgain village has a total of 558 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurgain as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurgain is 55.05%. The male literacy rate is 62.63%, while the female literacy rate is 47.39%.