Gournagar - Kailashahar, Unakoti
Gournagar is a village situated in the Kailashahar subdivision of Unakoti district, Tripura. It is located approximately 5 km from Gournagar and around 4 km from Kailasahar. Gournagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gournagar is 272590. The village covers a total geographical area of 252 hectares and falls under the 799282 pincode. Kailashahar is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Gournagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gournagar
As per Census 2011, Gournagar village has a total population of 2,272 people, consisting of 1,126 males and 1,146 females. The village has 511 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,788 literate and 484 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gournagar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gournagar
Gournagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gournagar
Gournagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gournagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kailashahar to Gournagar is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kailasahar to Gournagar is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gournagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gournagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gournagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gournagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gournagar
Where is Gournagar located?
Gournagar village is located in Kailashahar Subdivision, Unakoti district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gournagar?
Gournagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gournagar?
The pincode of Gournagar is 799282.
What is the population of Gournagar?
Gournagar has a total population of 2,272, including 1,126 males and 1,146 females.
How many households are there in Gournagar?
There are 511 households in Gournagar.
What is the literacy rate in Gournagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gournagar is 78.70%. Male literacy is 81.97% and female literacy is 75.48%.