Gaurcharan
About Gaurcharan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gaurcharan village is 306557. Gaurcharan village is located in Matigara subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kadamtala. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Gaurcharan village. As per 2009 stats, Patharghata is the gram panchayat of Gaurcharan village.
The total geographical area of village is 234.31 hectares. Gaurcharan has a total population of 4,124 peoples, out of which male population is 2,091 while female population is 2,033. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 972 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gaurcharan village is 54.58% out of which 61.60% males and 47.37% females are literate. There are about 936 houses in gaurcharan village. Pincode of gaurcharan village locality is 734012.
When it comes to administration, Gaurcharan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gaurcharan village comes under Matigara-naxalbari Vidhan Sabha constituency & Darjeeling Lok Sabha constituency. Siliguri is nearest town to gaurcharan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Gaurcharan
The population details of Gaurcharan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,124 | 2,091 | 2,033 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 651 | 323 | 328 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,988 | 1,001 | 987 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 655 | 321 | 334 |
| Literate Population | 2,251 | 1,288 | 963 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,873 | 803 | 1,070 |
Connectivity of Gaurcharan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gaurcharan
Where is Gaurcharan located?
Gaurcharan village is situated in Matigara Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaurcharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaurcharan is Patharghata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gaurcharan?
The pincode of Gaurcharan is 734012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gaurcharan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaurcharan is 4,124, with 2,091 males and 2,033 females.
How many households are there in Gaurcharan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaurcharan village has a total of 936 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaurcharan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaurcharan is 54.58%. The male literacy rate is 61.60%, while the female literacy rate is 47.37%.