Gaula
Gaula is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.3km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 16.6km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Polba is the gram panchayat of Gaula village.
Gaula 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 Gaula
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaula is 325121. The village spans a total geographical area of 95.74 hectares. Bandel is nearest town to Gaula village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gaula village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gaula
Population of Gaula
Below is a concise population overview of Gaula 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 | 594 | 327 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 251 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 76 | 85 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gaula village:
- The total population of Gaula village is around 594, including approximately 327 males and 267 females, with a sex ratio of 816 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Gaula village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gaula village has 74 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 76 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gaula village is about 72.90%, with male literacy at 76.76% and female literacy at 68.16%.
- There are around 118 households in Gaula village.
Connectivity of Gaula
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaula. As per the 2011 stats, Gaula had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaula
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaula helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaula.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaula
- Where is Gaula located?
- Gaula village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaula?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaula is Polba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gaula as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaula is 594, with 327 males and 267 females.
- How many households are there in Gaula as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaula village has a total of 118 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaula as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaula is 72.90%. The male literacy rate is 76.76%, while the female literacy rate is 68.16%.