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.
Here you can discover what makes Gaula unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Gaula’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Gaula has a total population of about 594, with approximately 327 males and 267 females. The sex ratio is around 816 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 80 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 74 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 76. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.90%, with male literacy at about 76.76% and female literacy near 68.16%. There are around 118 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaula's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.