Gurpara
Gurpara is a village located in Ketugram Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.2km away from sub-district headquarter Kandara. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Gurpara village. As per 2009 stats, Billeswar is the gram panchayat of Gurpara village.
Gurpara has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman 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 Gurpara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurpara is 319245. The village spans a total geographical area of 313.24 hectares. Katwa is nearest town to Gurpara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Gurpara
Population of Gurpara
Below is a concise population overview of Gurpara 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 | 2,144 | 1,116 | 1,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 111 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 987 | 510 | 477 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 1,368 | 795 | 573 |
| Illiterate Population | 776 | 321 | 455 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gurpara village:
- The total population of Gurpara village is around 2,144, including approximately 1,116 males and 1,028 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 232 children aged 0–6 years in Gurpara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gurpara village has 987 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 84 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gurpara village is about 63.81%, with male literacy at 71.24% and female literacy at 55.74%.
- There are around 487 households in Gurpara village.
Connectivity of Gurpara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurpara. As per the 2011 stats, Gurpara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurpara
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurpara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurpara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurpara
- Where is Gurpara located?
- Gurpara village is situated in Ketugram Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurpara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurpara is Billeswar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gurpara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurpara is 2,144, with 1,116 males and 1,028 females.
- How many households are there in Gurpara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurpara village has a total of 487 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurpara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurpara is 63.81%. The male literacy rate is 71.24%, while the female literacy rate is 55.74%.