Gauripur - Chamorshi, Gadchiroli
Gauripur is a village situated in the Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamorshi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Gouripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauripur is 539285. The village covers a total geographical area of 470.72 hectares and falls under the 442603 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gauripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gauripur
According to the 2011 Census, Gauripur village had a total population of 1,301 people, including 641 males and 660 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.27%, with male literacy at 91.88% and female literacy at 80.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,301 | 641 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 87 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 509 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 132 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Gauripur
Gauripur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gauripur
Gauripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Gauripur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gauripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gauripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gauripur
Where is Gauripur located?
Gauripur village is located in Chamorshi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gauripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauripur is Gouripur.
What is the pincode of Gauripur?
The pincode of Gauripur is 442603.
What is the population of Gauripur?
Gauripur had a total population of 1,301, including 641 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Gauripur?
Gauripur had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gauripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauripur was 86.27%. Male literacy was 91.88% and female literacy was 80.81%.