Gouri
Gouri is a village located in Sikanderpur tehsil of Ballia district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sikanderpur (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Ballia. As per 2009 stats, Gouri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gouri unique in its vibrant Sikanderpur-Ballia region. You’ll see Gouri’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 Gouri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gouri is 198108. The village spans a total geographical area of 229.01 hectares. Sikandar Pur is nearest town to Gouri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Gouri
Population of Gouri
According to the 2011 Census, Gouri has a total population of about 1,421, with approximately 668 males and 753 females. The sex ratio is around 1127 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 219 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 76 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.86%, with male literacy at about 73.50% and female literacy near 51.53%. There are around 194 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gouri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,421 | 668 | 753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 116 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 30 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 879 | 491 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 177 | 365 |
Connectivity of Gouri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gouri. As per the 2011 stats, Gouri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gouri
Knowing the nearby villages of Gouri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gouri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gouri
- Where is Gouri located?
- Gouri village is situated in Sikanderpur Tehsil, within the Ballia district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gouri?
- Gouri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gouri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gouri is 1,421, with 668 males and 753 females.
- How many households are there in Gouri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gouri village has a total of 194 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gouri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gouri is 61.86%. The male literacy rate is 73.50%, while the female literacy rate is 51.53%.