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.
Here you can discover what makes Gourchandrapur unique in its vibrant Sharata-Mayurbhanj region. You’ll see Gourchandrapur’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 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.
Google Map of Gourchandrapur
Population of Gourchandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gourchandrapur has a total population of about 2,817, with approximately 1,438 males and 1,379 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 602 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,805. The overall literacy rate is approximately 30.78%, with male literacy at about 39.71% and female literacy near 21.46%. There are around 549 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gourchandrapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.