Gour
Gour is a village located in Afzalpur taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Afzalpur (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Bankalaga is the gram panchayat of Gour village.
Here you can discover what makes Gour unique in its vibrant Afzalpur-Gulbarga region. You’ll see Gour’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 Gour
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gour is 620112. The village spans a total geographical area of 1210.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585301. Afzalpur is nearest town to Gour village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Gour
Population of Gour
According to the 2011 Census, Gour has a total population of about 1,741, with approximately 910 males and 831 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 242 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 316 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.20%, with male literacy at about 40.88% and female literacy near 24.79%. There are around 274 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gour's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,741 | 910 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 130 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 165 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 372 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,163 | 538 | 625 |
Connectivity of Gour
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gour. As per the 2011 stats, Gour 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gour
Knowing the nearby villages of Gour helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gour.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gour
- Where is Gour located?
- Gour village is situated in Afzalpur Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gour?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gour is Bankalaga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gour?
- The pincode of Gour is 585301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gour as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gour is 1,741, with 910 males and 831 females.
- How many households are there in Gour as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gour village has a total of 274 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gour as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gour is 33.20%. The male literacy rate is 40.88%, while the female literacy rate is 24.79%.