Gourganja
Gourganja is a village located in Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.2km away from sub-district headquarter Dubrajpur (tehsildar office) and 35.8km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Gohaliara is the gram panchayat of Gourganja village.
Gourganja has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum 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 Gourganja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gourganja is 318164. The village spans a total geographical area of 56.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731123. Dubrajpur is nearest town to Gourganja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gourganja 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 Suri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gourganja
Population of Gourganja
Below is a concise population overview of Gourganja 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 | 652 | 341 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 30 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 119 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 74 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 259 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 82 | 143 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gourganja village:
- The total population of Gourganja village is around 652, including approximately 341 males and 311 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 70 children aged 0–6 years in Gourganja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gourganja village has 244 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 134 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gourganja village is about 65.49%, with male literacy at 75.95% and female literacy at 54.02%.
- There are around 154 households in Gourganja village.
Connectivity of Gourganja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gourganja. As per the 2011 stats, Gourganja 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gourganja
Knowing the nearby villages of Gourganja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gourganja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gourganja
- Where is Gourganja located?
- Gourganja village is situated in Dubrajpur Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gourganja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gourganja is Gohaliara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gourganja?
- The pincode of Gourganja is 731123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gourganja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gourganja is 652, with 341 males and 311 females.
- How many households are there in Gourganja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gourganja village has a total of 154 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gourganja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gourganja is 65.49%. The male literacy rate is 75.95%, while the female literacy rate is 54.02%.