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
As per Census 2011, Gauripur village has a total population of 1,301 people, consisting of 641 males and 660 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 968 literate and 333 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gauripur are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 1,301, including 641 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Gauripur?
There are 294 households in Gauripur.
What is the literacy rate in Gauripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauripur is 74.40%. Male literacy is 79.41% and female literacy is 69.55%.