Gauripur

Gauripur is a village located in Jagatballavpur subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.4km away from sub-district headquarter Jagatballavpur (tehsildar office) and 21.9km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Polegustia is the gram panchayat of Gauripur village.

Here you can discover what makes Gauripur unique in its vibrant Jagatballavpur-Haora region. You’ll see Gauripur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Gauripur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gauripur is 332759. The village spans a total geographical area of 64.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711414. Haora is nearest town to Gauripur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gauripur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Panchla Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Howrah Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gauripur

According to the 2011 Census, Gauripur has a total population of about 1,756, with approximately 892 males and 864 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 188 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 55 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.16%, with male literacy at about 82.74% and female literacy near 75.46%. There are around 361 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gauripur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,756 892 864
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 188 93 95
Scheduled Castes (SC) 55 28 27
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,390 738 652
Illiterate Population 366 154 212

Connectivity of Gauripur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gauripur. As per the 2011 stats, Gauripur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Gauripur

Knowing the nearby villages of Gauripur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gauripur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gauripur

Where is Gauripur located?
Gauripur village is situated in Jagatballavpur Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gauripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauripur is Polegustia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gauripur?
The pincode of Gauripur is 711414, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gauripur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gauripur is 1,756, with 892 males and 864 females.
How many households are there in Gauripur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gauripur village has a total of 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gauripur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gauripur is 79.16%. The male literacy rate is 82.74%, while the female literacy rate is 75.46%.