Gaurgan
Gaurgan is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gaurgan village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bandhgora is the gram panchayat of Gaurgan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gaurgan unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Gaurgan’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 Gaurgan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaurgan is 339549. The village spans a total geographical area of 30.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Gaurgan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
As per 2019 stats, Gaurgan village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Gaurgan
Population of Gaurgan
According to the 2011 Census, Gaurgan has a total population of about 451, with approximately 231 males and 220 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 37 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 186 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.84%, with male literacy at about 80.95% and female literacy near 66.36%. There are around 100 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaurgan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 231 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 96 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 187 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 44 | 74 |
Connectivity of Gaurgan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaurgan. As per the 2011 stats, Gaurgan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaurgan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaurgan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaurgan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaurgan
- Where is Gaurgan located?
- Gaurgan village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaurgan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaurgan is Bandhgora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gaurgan?
- The pincode of Gaurgan is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaurgan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaurgan is 451, with 231 males and 220 females.
- How many households are there in Gaurgan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaurgan village has a total of 100 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaurgan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaurgan is 73.84%. The male literacy rate is 80.95%, while the female literacy rate is 66.36%.