Gurgunta
Gurgunta is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Gurgunta unique in its vibrant Lingsugur-Raichur region. You’ll see Gurgunta’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 Gurgunta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurgunta is 600464. The village spans a total geographical area of 3864.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 584139. Lingsugur is nearest town to Gurgunta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gurgunta 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 Lingsugur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raichur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gurgunta
Population of Gurgunta
According to the 2011 Census, Gurgunta has a total population of about 12,898, with approximately 6,481 males and 6,417 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,295 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 918 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5,440. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.27%, with male literacy at about 46.51% and female literacy near 35.98%. There are around 2,168 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurgunta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,898 | 6,481 | 6,417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,295 | 1,178 | 1,117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 918 | 459 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 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 plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurgunta. As per the 2011 stats, Gurgunta 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 Gurgunta
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurgunta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurgunta.
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%.