Gaurda
Gaurda 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 Gaurda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Jenkapur is the gram panchayat of Gaurda village.
Here you can discover what makes Gaurda unique in its vibrant Dantan Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Gaurda’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 Gaurda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaurda is 343942. The village spans a total geographical area of 205.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721426. Kharagpur is nearest town to Gaurda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 82km away.
Google Map of Gaurda
Population of Gaurda
According to the 2011 Census, Gaurda has a total population of about 990, with approximately 500 males and 490 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 105 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 23 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 24. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.93%, with male literacy at about 86.80% and female literacy near 78.98%. There are around 222 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaurda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 990 | 500 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 821 | 434 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 66 | 103 |
Connectivity of Gaurda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaurda. As per the 2011 stats, Gaurda 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaurda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaurda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaurda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaurda
- Where is Gaurda located?
- Gaurda village is situated in Dantan Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaurda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaurda is Jenkapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gaurda?
- The pincode of Gaurda is 721426, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaurda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaurda is 990, with 500 males and 490 females.
- How many households are there in Gaurda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaurda village has a total of 222 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaurda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaurda is 82.93%. The male literacy rate is 86.80%, while the female literacy rate is 78.98%.