Guri Pukur
Guri Pukur 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 Guri Pukur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Nedabahara is the gram panchayat of Guri Pukur village.
Here you can discover what makes Guri Pukur unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Guri Pukur’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 Guri Pukur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guri Pukur is 339831. The village spans a total geographical area of 68.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Guri Pukur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Guri Pukur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Guri Pukur
Population of Guri Pukur
According to the 2011 Census, Guri Pukur has a total population of about 126, with approximately 67 males and 59 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 29 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 24 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 36. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.87%, with male literacy at about 65.67% and female literacy near 66.10%. There are around 32 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Guri Pukur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 23 | 20 |
Connectivity of Guri Pukur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guri Pukur. As per the 2011 stats, Guri Pukur 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 Guri Pukur
Knowing the nearby villages of Guri Pukur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guri Pukur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guri Pukur
- Where is Guri Pukur located?
- Guri Pukur village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Guri Pukur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Guri Pukur is Nedabahara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Guri Pukur?
- The pincode of Guri Pukur is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Guri Pukur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guri Pukur is 126, with 67 males and 59 females.
- How many households are there in Guri Pukur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Guri Pukur village has a total of 32 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Guri Pukur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guri Pukur is 65.87%. The male literacy rate is 65.67%, while the female literacy rate is 66.10%.