Gamharipur
Gamharipur is a village located in Dantan Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gamharipur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Turka is the gram panchayat of Gamharipur village.
Here you can discover what makes Gamharipur unique in its vibrant Dantan Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Gamharipur’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 Gamharipur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gamharipur is 343931. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721443. Kharagpur is nearest town to Gamharipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 61km away.
Google Map of Gamharipur
Population of Gamharipur
According to the 2011 Census, Gamharipur has a total population of about 495, with approximately 253 males and 242 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 73 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 42 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 257. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.85%, with male literacy at about 75.89% and female literacy near 53.31%. There are around 116 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gamharipur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 495 | 253 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 257 | 128 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 192 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 61 | 113 |
Connectivity of Gamharipur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gamharipur. As per the 2011 stats, Gamharipur 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gamharipur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gamharipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gamharipur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gamharipur
- Where is Gamharipur located?
- Gamharipur village is situated in Dantan Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gamharipur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gamharipur is Turka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gamharipur?
- The pincode of Gamharipur is 721443, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gamharipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gamharipur is 495, with 253 males and 242 females.
- How many households are there in Gamharipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gamharipur village has a total of 116 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gamharipur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gamharipur is 64.85%. The male literacy rate is 75.89%, while the female literacy rate is 53.31%.