Gaur

Gaur is a village located in Nilanga tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Nilanga (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Gaur village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Gaur unique in its vibrant Nilanga-Latur region. You’ll see Gaur’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 Gaur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaur is 560731. The village spans a total geographical area of 1306.59 hectares. Nilanga is nearest town to Gaur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gaur 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 Nilanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gaur

According to the 2011 Census, Gaur has a total population of about 3,053, with approximately 1,565 males and 1,488 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 429 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 764 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 72. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.61%, with male literacy at about 75.46% and female literacy near 59.34%. There are around 591 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,053 1,565 1,488
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 429 219 210
Scheduled Castes (SC) 764 387 377
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 72 36 36
Literate Population 2,064 1,181 883
Illiterate Population 989 384 605

Connectivity of Gaur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaur. As per the 2011 stats, Gaur 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gaur

Knowing the nearby villages of Gaur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gaur

Where is Gaur located?
Gaur village is situated in Nilanga Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaur?
Gaur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gaur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaur is 3,053, with 1,565 males and 1,488 females.
How many households are there in Gaur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaur village has a total of 591 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaur is 67.61%. The male literacy rate is 75.46%, while the female literacy rate is 59.34%.