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.
Gournagar has its own place in the vibrant Gondiya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Gournagar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gournagar village:
- The total population of Gournagar village is around 2,098, including approximately 1,074 males and 1,024 females, with a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 214 children aged 0–6 years in Gournagar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Gournagar village is about 71.83%, with male literacy at 78.21% and female literacy at 65.14%.
- There are around 427 households in Gournagar village.
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%.