Gungaon
Gungaon is a village located in Maldah Old subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 50.1km away from sub-district headquarter Narayanpur (tehsildar office) and 13.7km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Bhabuk is the gram panchayat of Gungaon village.
Gungaon 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 Gungaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gungaon is 313246. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732128. Old Malda is nearest town to Gungaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Gungaon
Below is a concise population overview of Gungaon 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 | 754 | 369 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 59 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 188 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 139 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 198 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 171 | 237 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gungaon village:
- The total population of Gungaon village is around 754, including approximately 369 males and 385 females, with a sex ratio of 1043 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Gungaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gungaon village has 356 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 308 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gungaon village is about 45.89%, with male literacy at 53.66% and female literacy at 38.44%.
- There are around 164 households in Gungaon village.
Connectivity of Gungaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gungaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gungaon 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 Gungaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gungaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gungaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gungaon
- Where is Gungaon located?
- Gungaon village is situated in Maldah Old Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gungaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gungaon is Bhabuk (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gungaon?
- The pincode of Gungaon is 732128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gungaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gungaon is 754, with 369 males and 385 females.
- How many households are there in Gungaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gungaon village has a total of 164 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gungaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gungaon is 45.89%. The male literacy rate is 53.66%, while the female literacy rate is 38.44%.