Gourchandrapur
Gourchandrapur is a village located in Sharata tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Sharata (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Sarat is the gram panchayat of Gourchandrapur village.
Gourchandrapur has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj 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 Gourchandrapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gourchandrapur is 391220. The village spans a total geographical area of 976 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757079. Udala is nearest town to Gourchandrapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gourchandrapur 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 Karanjia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Keonjhar 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 Gourchandrapur
Below is a concise population overview of Gourchandrapur 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 | 2,817 | 1,438 | 1,379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 602 | 316 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,805 | 1,430 | 1,375 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 571 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,950 | 867 | 1,083 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gourchandrapur village:
- The total population of Gourchandrapur village is around 2,817, including approximately 1,438 males and 1,379 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 602 children aged 0–6 years in Gourchandrapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gourchandrapur village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,805 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gourchandrapur village is about 30.78%, with male literacy at 39.71% and female literacy at 21.46%.
- There are around 549 households in Gourchandrapur village.
Connectivity of Gourchandrapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gourchandrapur. As per the 2011 stats, Gourchandrapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gourchandrapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gourchandrapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gourchandrapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gourchandrapur
- Where is Gourchandrapur located?
- Gourchandrapur village is situated in Sharata Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gourchandrapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gourchandrapur is Sarat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gourchandrapur?
- The pincode of Gourchandrapur is 757079, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gourchandrapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gourchandrapur is 2,817, with 1,438 males and 1,379 females.
- How many households are there in Gourchandrapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gourchandrapur village has a total of 549 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gourchandrapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gourchandrapur is 30.78%. The male literacy rate is 39.71%, while the female literacy rate is 21.46%.