Gournagar
Gournagar is a village located in Arjuni Morgaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Arjuni Morgaon (tehsildar office) and 101km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Gaurnagar is the gram panchayat of Gournagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Gournagar unique in its vibrant Arjuni Morgaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Gournagar’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 Gournagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gournagar is 538325. The village spans a total geographical area of 566.04 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Gournagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gournagar 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 Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gournagar
Population of Gournagar
According to the 2011 Census, Gournagar has a total population of about 2,098, with approximately 1,074 males and 1,024 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 214 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.83%, with male literacy at about 78.21% and female literacy near 65.14%. There are around 427 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gournagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,098 | 1,074 | 1,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,507 | 840 | 667 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 234 | 357 |
Connectivity of Gournagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gournagar. As per the 2011 stats, Gournagar 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gournagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gournagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gournagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gournagar
- Where is Gournagar located?
- Gournagar village is situated in Arjuni Morgaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gournagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gournagar is Gaurnagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gournagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gournagar is 2,098, with 1,074 males and 1,024 females.
- How many households are there in Gournagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gournagar village has a total of 427 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gournagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gournagar is 71.83%. The male literacy rate is 78.21%, while the female literacy rate is 65.14%.