Gauripur - Jagatballavpur, Howrah
Gauripur is a village situated in the Jagatballavpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.4 km from Jagatballavpur and around 21.9 km from Howrah. Polegustia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauripur is 332759. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.65 hectares and falls under the 711414 pincode. Haora is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Gauripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Panchla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Howrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gauripur
According to the 2011 Census, Gauripur village had a total population of 1,756 people, including 892 males and 864 females, living in 361 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.65%, with male literacy at 92.37% and female literacy at 84.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,756 | 892 | 864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 93 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,390 | 738 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 154 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Gauripur
Gauripur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gauripur
Gauripur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Gauripur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haora to Gauripur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Gauripur is about 21.9 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gauripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gauripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gauripur
Where is Gauripur located?
Gauripur village is located in Jagatballavpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gauripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauripur is Polegustia.
What is the pincode of Gauripur?
The pincode of Gauripur is 711414.
What is the population of Gauripur?
Gauripur had a total population of 1,756, including 892 males and 864 females.
How many households are there in Gauripur?
Gauripur had 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gauripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauripur was 88.65%. Male literacy was 92.37% and female literacy was 84.79%.