Gurgunta
About Gurgunta
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gurgunta village is 600464. Gurgunta village is located in Lingsugur taluka of Raichur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Lingsugur (tehsildar office) and 113km away from district headquarter Raichur. As per 2009 stats, Gurugunta is the gram panchayat of Gurgunta village.
The total geographical area of village is 3864.8 hectares. Gurgunta has a total population of 12,898 peoples, out of which male population is 6,481 while female population is 6,417. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 990 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gurgunta village is 41.27% out of which 46.51% males and 35.98% females are literate. There are about 2,168 houses in gurgunta village. Pincode of gurgunta village locality is 584139.
When it comes to administration, Gurgunta village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gurgunta village comes under Lingsugur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raichur Lok Sabha constituency. Lingsugur is nearest town to gurgunta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Gurgunta
The population details of Gurgunta cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,898 | 6,481 | 6,417 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,295 | 1,178 | 1,117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 918 | 459 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 5,440 | 2,669 | 2,771 |
| Literate Population | 5,323 | 3,014 | 2,309 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,575 | 3,467 | 4,108 |
Connectivity of Gurgunta
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gurgunta
Where is Gurgunta located?
Gurgunta village is situated in Lingsugur Taluka, within the Raichur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurgunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurgunta is Gurugunta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gurgunta?
The pincode of Gurgunta is 584139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gurgunta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurgunta is 12,898, with 6,481 males and 6,417 females.
How many households are there in Gurgunta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gurgunta village has a total of 2,168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurgunta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurgunta is 41.27%. The male literacy rate is 46.51%, while the female literacy rate is 35.98%.