Garurpur - Sainthia, Birbhum
Garurpur is a village situated in the Sainthia subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Sreenidhipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garurpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garurpur is 317404. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.23 hectares and falls under the 731201 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Garurpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Labhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garurpur
As per Census 2011, Garurpur village has a total population of 592 people, consisting of 303 males and 289 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 284 literate and 308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 348 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garurpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 592 | 303 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 90 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 348 | 169 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 166 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 137 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Garurpur
Garurpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shripatipur | South-East | 0.89 km |
| Shrinidhipur | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Baduria | North | 1.05 km |
| Gopikantapur | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Ratanpur | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Khanerpara | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Sarpalehana | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Albandha | West | 1.85 km |
| Sangri Mahula | East | 1.94 km |
| Bisheghata | South-East | 2.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garurpur
Garurpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kopai, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bolpur to Garurpur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garurpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garurpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garurpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garurpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garurpur
Where is Garurpur located?
Garurpur village is located in Sainthia Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garurpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Garurpur is Sreenidhipur.
What is the pincode of Garurpur?
The pincode of Garurpur is 731201.
What is the population of Garurpur?
Garurpur has a total population of 592, including 303 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Garurpur?
There are 135 households in Garurpur.
What is the literacy rate in Garurpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garurpur is 47.97%. Male literacy is 54.79% and female literacy is 40.83%.