Gour
Gour is a village located in Maharajpur tehsil of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Maharajpur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Chhatarpur. As per 2009 stats, Gaur is the gram panchayat of Gour village.
Here you can discover what makes Gour unique in its vibrant Maharajpur-Chhatarpur 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 457762. The village spans a total geographical area of 333.42 hectares. Maharajpur is nearest town to Gour village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Gour
Population of Gour
According to the 2011 Census, Gour has a total population of about 1,447, with approximately 762 males and 685 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 226 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 278 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.01%, with male literacy at about 66.01% and female literacy near 47.01%. There are around 287 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 | 1,447 | 762 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 120 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 150 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 825 | 503 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 259 | 363 |
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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 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 Maharajpur Tehsil, within the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gour?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gour is Gaur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gour as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gour is 1,447, with 762 males and 685 females.
- How many households are there in Gour as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gour village has a total of 287 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gour as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gour is 57.01%. The male literacy rate is 66.01%, while the female literacy rate is 47.01%.