Gumgar
Gumgar is a village located in Udaynarayanpur subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.2km away from sub-district headquarter Udaynarayanpur (tehsildar office) and 45.4km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Garbhabanipur Sonatala is the gram panchayat of Gumgar village.
Here you can discover what makes Gumgar unique in its vibrant Udaynarayanpur-Haora region. You’ll see Gumgar’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 Gumgar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gumgar is 332537. The village spans a total geographical area of 183.32 hectares. Uluberia is nearest town to Gumgar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Gumgar
Population of Gumgar
According to the 2011 Census, Gumgar has a total population of about 1,675, with approximately 878 males and 797 females. The sex ratio is around 907 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 687 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 74.33%, with male literacy at about 79.84% and female literacy near 68.26%. There are around 383 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gumgar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,675 | 878 | 797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 92 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 687 | 365 | 322 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,245 | 701 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 177 | 253 |
Connectivity of Gumgar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gumgar. As per the 2011 stats, Gumgar 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 Gumgar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gumgar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gumgar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gumgar
- Where is Gumgar located?
- Gumgar village is situated in Udaynarayanpur Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gumgar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gumgar is Garbhabanipur Sonatala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gumgar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gumgar is 1,675, with 878 males and 797 females.
- How many households are there in Gumgar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gumgar village has a total of 383 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gumgar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gumgar is 74.33%. The male literacy rate is 79.84%, while the female literacy rate is 68.26%.