Gourbazar - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Gourbazar is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 39.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Talowan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gourbazar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gourbazar is 316544. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.66 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gourbazar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gourbazar
As per Census 2011, Gourbazar village has a total population of 1,312 people, consisting of 673 males and 639 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 772 literate and 540 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gourbazar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,312 | 673 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 105 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 772 | 443 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 230 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Gourbazar
Gourbazar 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 Gourbazar
Gourbazar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gourbazar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Gourbazar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Gourbazar is about 39.2 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 Gourbazar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gourbazar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gourbazar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gourbazar 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 Gourbazar
Where is Gourbazar located?
Gourbazar village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gourbazar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gourbazar is Talowan.
What is the pincode of Gourbazar?
The pincode of Gourbazar is 731216.
What is the population of Gourbazar?
Gourbazar has a total population of 1,312, including 673 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Gourbazar?
There are 313 households in Gourbazar.
What is the literacy rate in Gourbazar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gourbazar is 58.84%. Male literacy is 65.82% and female literacy is 51.49%.