Gougutu - Manjhari, West Singhbhum
Gougutu is a village situated in the Manjhari subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Manjhari and around 37 km from Chaibasa. Bada Torlo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gougutu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gougutu is 378223. The village covers a total geographical area of 992 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Gougutu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gougutu
According to the 2011 Census, Gougutu village had a total population of 1,425 people, including 696 males and 729 females, living in 298 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.21%, with male literacy at 54.85% and female literacy at 34.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,209.
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 | 1,425 | 696 | 729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 129 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,209 | 577 | 632 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 311 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 913 | 385 | 528 |
Nearby Villages of Gougutu
Gougutu 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 Gougutu
Gougutu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Gougutu is about 37 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 Gougutu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gougutu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gougutu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gougutu 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 Gougutu
Where is Gougutu located?
Gougutu village is located in Manjhari Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gougutu?
The Gram Panchayat of Gougutu is Bada Torlo.
What is the pincode of Gougutu?
The pincode of Gougutu is 833201.
What is the population of Gougutu?
Gougutu had a total population of 1,425, including 696 males and 729 females.
How many households are there in Gougutu?
Gougutu had 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gougutu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gougutu was 44.21%. Male literacy was 54.85% and female literacy was 34.01%.