Gaharpur
About Gaharpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gaharpur village is 325064. Gaharpur village is located in Chinsurah Magra subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.2km away from sub-district headquarter Chinsurah (tehsildar office) and 13.9km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Chandrahati Ii is the gram panchayat of Gaharpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 32.4 hectares. Gaharpur has a total population of 787 peoples, out of which male population is 404 while female population is 383. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 948 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gaharpur village is 82.08% out of which 89.60% males and 74.15% females are literate. There are about 191 houses in gaharpur village.
When it comes to administration, Gaharpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gaharpur village comes under Balagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Bansberia is nearest town to gaharpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
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Population of Gaharpur
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 787 | 404 | 383 |
| Literate Population | 646 | 362 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 42 | 99 |
Connectivity of Gaharpur
| 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 <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gaharpur
Where is Gaharpur located?
Gaharpur village is situated in Chinsurah Magra Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaharpur is Chandrahati Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gaharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaharpur is 787, with 404 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Gaharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaharpur village has a total of 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaharpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaharpur is 82.08%. The male literacy rate is 89.60%, while the female literacy rate is 74.15%.