Gouri
About Gouri
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gouri village is 306541. Gouri village is located in Matigara subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.3km away from sub-district headquarter Kadamtala. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Gouri village. As per 2009 stats, Patharghata is the gram panchayat of Gouri village.
The total geographical area of village is 107.65 hectares. Gouri has a total population of 428 peoples, out of which male population is 229 while female population is 199. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 868 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gouri village is 50.00% out of which 59.83% males and 38.69% females are literate. There are about 98 houses in gouri village. Pincode of gouri village locality is 734010.
When it comes to administration, Gouri 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, Gouri village comes under Matigara-naxalbari Vidhan Sabha constituency & Darjeeling Lok Sabha constituency. Siliguri is nearest town to gouri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Gouri
The population details of Gouri 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 | 428 | 229 | 199 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 71 | 45 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 409 | 219 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 137 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 92 | 122 |
Connectivity of Gouri
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gouri
Where is Gouri located?
Gouri village is situated in Matigara Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gouri?
The Gram Panchayat of Gouri is Patharghata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gouri?
The pincode of Gouri is 734010, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gouri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gouri is 428, with 229 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Gouri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gouri village has a total of 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gouri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gouri is 50.00%. The male literacy rate is 59.83%, while the female literacy rate is 38.69%.