Gauranga Chak - Udaynarayanpur, Howrah
Gauranga Chak is a village situated in the Udaynarayanpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.7 km from Udaynarayanpur and around 35 km from Howrah. Khila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauranga Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauranga Chak is 332544. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.27 hectares and falls under the 711410 pincode. Haora is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Gauranga Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gauranga Chak
As per Census 2011, Gauranga Chak village has a total population of 1,511 people, consisting of 774 males and 737 females. The village has 357 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,240 literate and 271 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gauranga Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,511 | 774 | 737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 49 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 170 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,240 | 671 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 103 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Gauranga Chak
Gauranga Chak 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 Gauranga Chak
Gauranga Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gauranga Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haora to Gauranga Chak is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Gauranga Chak is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gauranga Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauranga Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gauranga Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauranga Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gauranga Chak
Where is Gauranga Chak located?
Gauranga Chak village is located in Udaynarayanpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gauranga Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauranga Chak is Khila.
What is the pincode of Gauranga Chak?
The pincode of Gauranga Chak is 711410.
What is the population of Gauranga Chak?
Gauranga Chak has a total population of 1,511, including 774 males and 737 females.
How many households are there in Gauranga Chak?
There are 357 households in Gauranga Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Gauranga Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauranga Chak is 82.06%. Male literacy is 86.69% and female literacy is 77.20%.