Gournagar
Gournagar is a village located in Balagarh subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.5km away from sub-district headquarter Patuligram (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Jirat is the gram panchayat of Gournagar village.
Gournagar has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gournagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gournagar is 325031. The village spans a total geographical area of 134.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712501. Chinsurah is nearest town to Gournagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Gournagar
Below is a concise population overview of Gournagar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 208 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 27 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 84 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 149 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 59 | 72 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gournagar village:
- The total population of Gournagar village is around 387, including approximately 208 males and 179 females, with a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Gournagar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gournagar village has 156 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 27 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gournagar village is about 66.15%, with male literacy at 71.63% and female literacy at 59.78%.
- There are around 90 households in Gournagar village.
Connectivity of Gournagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gournagar. As per the 2011 stats, Gournagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gournagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gournagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gournagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gournagar
- Where is Gournagar located?
- Gournagar village is situated in Balagarh Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gournagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gournagar is Jirat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gournagar?
- The pincode of Gournagar is 712501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gournagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gournagar is 387, with 208 males and 179 females.
- How many households are there in Gournagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gournagar village has a total of 90 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gournagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gournagar is 66.15%. The male literacy rate is 71.63%, while the female literacy rate is 59.78%.