Gushkara
Gushkara is a village located in Haripal subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.7km away from sub-district headquarter Khamar Chandi (tehsildar office) and 29.5km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Nalikulpurba is the gram panchayat of Gushkara village.
Gushkara 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 Gushkara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gushkara is 325440. The village spans a total geographical area of 92.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712407. Haripal is nearest town to Gushkara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Gushkara
Population of Gushkara
Below is a concise population overview of Gushkara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,041 | 1,048 | 993 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 101 | 91 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,677 | 901 | 776 |
Illiterate Population | 364 | 147 | 217 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gushkara village:
- The total population of Gushkara village is around 2,041, including approximately 1,048 males and 993 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 192 children aged 0–6 years in Gushkara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gushkara village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Gushkara village is about 82.17%, with male literacy at 85.97% and female literacy at 78.15%.
- There are around 477 households in Gushkara village.
Connectivity of Gushkara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gushkara. As per the 2011 stats, Gushkara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gushkara
Knowing the nearby villages of Gushkara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gushkara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gushkara
- Where is Gushkara located?
- Gushkara village is situated in Haripal Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gushkara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gushkara is Nalikulpurba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gushkara?
- The pincode of Gushkara is 712407, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gushkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gushkara is 2,041, with 1,048 males and 993 females.
- How many households are there in Gushkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gushkara village has a total of 477 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gushkara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gushkara is 82.17%. The male literacy rate is 85.97%, while the female literacy rate is 78.15%.