Gurepol
Gurepol is a village located in Shyampur I subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.7km away from sub-district headquarter Shyampur (tehsildar office) and 66.1km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Baneswarpur I is the gram panchayat of Gurepol village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurepol unique in its vibrant Shyampur I-Haora region. You’ll see Gurepol’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 Gurepol
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurepol is 333145. The village spans a total geographical area of 450.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711314. Uluberia is nearest town to Gurepol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gurepol 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 Shyampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Uluberia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gurepol
Population of Gurepol
According to the 2011 Census, Gurepol has a total population of about 7,613, with approximately 3,862 males and 3,751 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 874 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 150 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.26%, with male literacy at about 74.03% and female literacy near 64.36%. There are around 1,775 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurepol's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,613 | 3,862 | 3,751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 874 | 452 | 422 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 73 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | N/A | 3 |
| Literate Population | 5,273 | 2,859 | 2,414 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,340 | 1,003 | 1,337 |
Connectivity of Gurepol
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurepol. As per the 2011 stats, Gurepol had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gurepol
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurepol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurepol.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurepol
- Where is Gurepol located?
- Gurepol village is situated in Shyampur I Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurepol?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurepol is Baneswarpur I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurepol?
- The pincode of Gurepol is 711314, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurepol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurepol is 7,613, with 3,862 males and 3,751 females.
- How many households are there in Gurepol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurepol village has a total of 1,775 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurepol as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurepol is 69.26%. The male literacy rate is 74.03%, while the female literacy rate is 64.36%.