Gafulia
About Gafulia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gafulia village is 315971. Gafulia village is located in Burwan subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Gram Salkia are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gafulia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kurunnorun is the gram panchayat of Gafulia village.
The total geographical area of village is 170.12 hectares. Gafulia has a total population of 782 peoples, out of which male population is 422 while female population is 360. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 853 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gafulia village is 70.20% out of which 76.78% males and 62.50% females are literate. There are about 179 houses in gafulia village. Pincode of gafulia village locality is 742161.
When it comes to administration, Gafulia village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gafulia village comes under Burwan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Baharampur Lok Sabha constituency. Kandi is nearest town to gafulia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Gafulia
The population details of Gafulia cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 782 | 422 | 360 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 294 | 154 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 549 | 324 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 98 | 135 |
Connectivity of Gafulia
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gafulia
Where is Gafulia located?
Gafulia village is situated in Burwan Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gafulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gafulia is Kurunnorun (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gafulia?
The pincode of Gafulia is 742161, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gafulia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gafulia is 782, with 422 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Gafulia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gafulia village has a total of 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gafulia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gafulia is 70.20%. The male literacy rate is 76.78%, while the female literacy rate is 62.50%.