Gauripur
Gauripur is a village located in Chanchal I subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.6km away from sub-district headquarter Chanchal (tehsildar office) and 67.1km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Bhagabanpur is the gram panchayat of Gauripur village.
Here you can discover what makes Gauripur unique in its vibrant Chanchal I-Maldah region. You’ll see Gauripur’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 Gauripur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gauripur is 312168. The village spans a total geographical area of 70.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732126. English Bazar is nearest town to Gauripur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 74km away.
Google Map of Gauripur
Population of Gauripur
According to the 2011 Census, Gauripur has a total population of about 438, with approximately 234 males and 204 females. The sex ratio is around 871 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 79 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 160 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 29.00%, with male literacy at about 30.34% and female literacy near 27.45%. There are around 104 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gauripur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 234 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 46 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 83 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 127 | 71 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 163 | 148 |
Connectivity of Gauripur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gauripur. As per the 2011 stats, Gauripur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gauripur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gauripur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gauripur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gauripur
- Where is Gauripur located?
- Gauripur village is situated in Chanchal I Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gauripur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gauripur is Bhagabanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gauripur?
- The pincode of Gauripur is 732126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gauripur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gauripur is 438, with 234 males and 204 females.
- How many households are there in Gauripur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gauripur village has a total of 104 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gauripur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gauripur is 29.00%. The male literacy rate is 30.34%, while the female literacy rate is 27.45%.