Gourganja - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Gourganja is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 35.8 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Gohaliara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gourganja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gourganja is 318164. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.57 hectares and falls under the 731123 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gourganja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gourganja
According to the 2011 Census, Gourganja village had a total population of 652 people, including 341 males and 311 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.37%, with male literacy at 83.28% and female literacy at 61.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 244, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 134.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gourganja
Gourganja 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 Gourganja
Public transport in the Gourganja is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gourganja.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dubrajpur to Gourganja is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Gourganja is about 35.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gourganja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gourganja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gourganja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gourganja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gourganja
Where is Gourganja located?
Gourganja village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gourganja?
The Gram Panchayat of Gourganja is Gohaliara.
What is the pincode of Gourganja?
The pincode of Gourganja is 731123.
What is the population of Gourganja?
Gourganja had a total population of 652, including 341 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Gourganja?
Gourganja had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gourganja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gourganja was 73.37%. Male literacy was 83.28% and female literacy was 61.99%.