Gourhanda

Gourhanda is a village located in Chanchal Ii subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.5km away from sub-district headquarter Malatipur (tehsildar office) and 56.6km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Gourhanda village is also a gram panchayat.

Gourhanda has its own place in the vibrant Maldah 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 Gourhanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gourhanda is 312260. The village spans a total geographical area of 454.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732139. Malda is nearest town to Gourhanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 85km away.

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Population of Gourhanda

Below is a concise population overview of Gourhanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,857 1,973 1,884
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 636 333 303
Scheduled Castes (SC) 841 427 414
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,949 1,080 869
Illiterate Population 1,908 893 1,015

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gourhanda village:

  • The total population of Gourhanda village is around 3,857, including approximately 1,973 males and 1,884 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 636 children aged 0–6 years in Gourhanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gourhanda village has 841 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gourhanda village is about 50.53%, with male literacy at 54.74% and female literacy at 46.13%.
  • There are around 861 households in Gourhanda village.

Connectivity of Gourhanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gourhanda. As per the 2011 stats, Gourhanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gourhanda

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

Suti Kapsia Dumro Purba Latasi Gourhanda Aladipur Enayatnagar Sholabagha Jitarpur Anandaganj Belungaon Dakshin Bhabanipur

Frequently Asked Questions about Gourhanda

Where is Gourhanda located?
Gourhanda village is situated in Chanchal Ii Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gourhanda?
Gourhanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gourhanda?
The pincode of Gourhanda is 732139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gourhanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gourhanda is 3,857, with 1,973 males and 1,884 females.
How many households are there in Gourhanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gourhanda village has a total of 861 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gourhanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gourhanda is 50.53%. The male literacy rate is 54.74%, while the female literacy rate is 46.13%.