Gouripur
Gouripur is a village located in Gangawati taluka of Koppal district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Gangawati (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Koppal. As per 2009 stats, Gouripur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gouripur unique in its vibrant Gangawati-Koppal region. You’ll see Gouripur’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 Gouripur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gouripur is 601561. The village spans a total geographical area of 468.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 583283. Gangawati is nearest town to Gouripur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gouripur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kanakagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Koppal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gouripur
Population of Gouripur
According to the 2011 Census, Gouripur has a total population of about 2,221, with approximately 1,118 males and 1,103 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 464 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 306 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 447. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.93%, with male literacy at about 57.87% and female literacy near 41.89%. There are around 330 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gouripur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,221 | 1,118 | 1,103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 464 | 234 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 148 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 447 | 237 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 1,109 | 647 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,112 | 471 | 641 |
Connectivity of Gouripur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gouripur. As per the 2011 stats, Gouripur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gouripur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gouripur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gouripur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gouripur
- Where is Gouripur located?
- Gouripur village is situated in Gangawati Taluka, within the Koppal district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gouripur?
- Gouripur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gouripur?
- The pincode of Gouripur is 583283, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gouripur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gouripur is 2,221, with 1,118 males and 1,103 females.
- How many households are there in Gouripur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gouripur village has a total of 330 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gouripur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gouripur is 49.93%. The male literacy rate is 57.87%, while the female literacy rate is 41.89%.