Gaurapur
About Gaurapur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gaurapur village is 552051. Gaurapur village is located in Vada tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Vada (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Gaurapur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 637.89 hectares. Gaurapur has a total population of 1,558 peoples, out of which male population is 781 while female population is 777. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 994 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gaurapur village is 50.06% out of which 55.57% males and 44.53% females are literate. There are about 328 houses in gaurapur village.
When it comes to administration, Gaurapur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gaurapur village comes under Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Palghar Lok Sabha constituency. Bhiwandi is nearest town to gaurapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
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Population of Gaurapur
The population details of Gaurapur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,558 | 781 | 777 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 217 | 110 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,107 | 550 | 557 |
| Literate Population | 780 | 434 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 778 | 347 | 431 |
Connectivity of Gaurapur
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gaurapur
Where is Gaurapur located?
Gaurapur village is situated in Vada Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaurapur?
Gaurapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gaurapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaurapur is 1,558, with 781 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Gaurapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaurapur village has a total of 328 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaurapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaurapur is 50.06%. The male literacy rate is 55.57%, while the female literacy rate is 44.53%.