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 Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gauranga Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Gauranga Chak village had a total population of 1,511 people, including 774 males and 737 females, living in 357 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.45%, with male literacy at 92.55% and female literacy at 84.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 329, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,511 | 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 had a total population of 1,511, including 774 males and 737 females.
How many households are there in Gauranga Chak?
Gauranga Chak had 357 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gauranga Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauranga Chak was 88.45%. Male literacy was 92.55% and female literacy was 84.05%.