Gournagar
Gournagar is a village located in Gournagar subdivision of North Tripura district in Tripura, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Gournagar (tehsildar office) and 4km away from district headquarter Kailasahar. As per 2009 stats, Gournagar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gournagar unique in its vibrant Gournagar-North Tripura region. You’ll see Gournagar’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 Gournagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gournagar is 272590. The village spans a total geographical area of 252 hectares. Kailashahar is nearest town to Gournagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gournagar 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 Chandipur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tripura East Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gournagar
Population of Gournagar
According to the 2011 Census, Gournagar has a total population of about 2,272, with approximately 1,126 males and 1,146 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 262 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 110 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 83. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.70%, with male literacy at about 81.97% and female literacy near 75.48%. There are around 511 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gournagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,272 | 1,126 | 1,146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 143 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 51 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,788 | 923 | 865 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 203 | 281 |
Connectivity of Gournagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gournagar. However, as per the 2011 stats, no information about connectivity options was available for Gournagar.
Nearby Villages of Gournagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gournagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gournagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gournagar
- Where is Gournagar located?
- Gournagar village is situated in Gournagar Subdivision, within the North Tripura district of Tripura, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gournagar?
- Gournagar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gournagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gournagar is 2,272, with 1,126 males and 1,146 females.
- How many households are there in Gournagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gournagar village has a total of 511 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gournagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gournagar is 78.70%. The male literacy rate is 81.97%, while the female literacy rate is 75.48%.