Gurap
About Gurap
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gurap village is 324656. Gurap village is located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.4km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 36.6km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Gurap village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 403.17 hectares. Gurap has a total population of 7,856 peoples, out of which male population is 3,880 while female population is 3,976. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1024 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gurap village is 65.25% out of which 70.23% males and 60.39% females are literate. There are about 1,964 houses in gurap village. Pincode of gurap village locality is 712303.
When it comes to administration, Gurap 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, Gurap village comes under Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Tarakeswar is nearest town to gurap village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Gurap
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,856 | 3,880 | 3,976 |
| Literate Population | 5,126 | 2,725 | 2,401 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,730 | 1,155 | 1,575 |
Connectivity of Gurap
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gurap
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurap
Where is Gurap located?
Gurap village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurap?
Gurap serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gurap?
The pincode of Gurap is 712303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gurap as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurap is 7,856, with 3,880 males and 3,976 females.
How many households are there in Gurap as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gurap village has a total of 1,964 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurap as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurap is 65.25%. The male literacy rate is 70.23%, while the female literacy rate is 60.39%.