Gourangapur

Gourangapur is a village located in Singur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.6km away from sub-district headquarter Singur. Chinsura is the district headquarter of Gourangapur village. As per 2009 stats, Bighati is the gram panchayat of Gourangapur village.

Here you can discover what makes Gourangapur unique in its vibrant Singur-Hugli region. You’ll see Gourangapur’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 Gourangapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gourangapur is 325554. The village spans a total geographical area of 93.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712403. Bhadraswar is nearest town to Gourangapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gourangapur 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 Singur 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.

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Population of Gourangapur

According to the 2011 Census, Gourangapur has a total population of about 2,171, with approximately 1,104 males and 1,067 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 207 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 595 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.84%, with male literacy at about 77.90% and female literacy near 69.63%. There are around 530 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gourangapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,171 1,104 1,067
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 207 107 100
Scheduled Castes (SC) 595 297 298
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 2 N/A
Literate Population 1,603 860 743
Illiterate Population 568 244 324

Connectivity of Gourangapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gourangapur. As per the 2011 stats, Gourangapur 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 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gourangapur

Knowing the nearby villages of Gourangapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gourangapur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gourangapur

Where is Gourangapur located?
Gourangapur village is situated in Singur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gourangapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gourangapur is Bighati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gourangapur?
The pincode of Gourangapur is 712403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gourangapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gourangapur is 2,171, with 1,104 males and 1,067 females.
How many households are there in Gourangapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gourangapur village has a total of 530 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gourangapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gourangapur is 73.84%. The male literacy rate is 77.90%, while the female literacy rate is 69.63%.