Gaurapur
Gaurapur is a village 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.
Gaurapur has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Gaurapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaurapur is 552051. The village spans a total geographical area of 637.89 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Gaurapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gaurapur 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 Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gaurapur
Population of Gaurapur
Below is a concise population overview of Gaurapur 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 | 1,558 | 781 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 110 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,107 | 550 | 557 |
| Literate Population | 780 | 434 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 778 | 347 | 431 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gaurapur village:
- The total population of Gaurapur village is around 1,558, including approximately 781 males and 777 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 217 children aged 0–6 years in Gaurapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gaurapur village has 49 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,107 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gaurapur village is about 50.06%, with male literacy at 55.57% and female literacy at 44.53%.
- There are around 328 households in Gaurapur village.
Connectivity of Gaurapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaurapur. As per the 2011 stats, Gaurapur 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 Gaurapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaurapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaurapur.
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%.