Gauranga Chak
Gauranga Chak is a village located in Pingla subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Pingla are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gauranga Chak village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Dhaneswarpur is the gram panchayat of Gauranga Chak village.
Gauranga Chak has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gauranga Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gauranga Chak is 342626. The village spans a total geographical area of 88.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721140. Kharagpur is nearest town to Gauranga Chak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Gauranga Chak
Below is a concise population overview of Gauranga Chak as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 714 | 361 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 45 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 298 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 63 | 110 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gauranga Chak village:
- The total population of Gauranga Chak village is around 714, including approximately 361 males and 353 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 86 children aged 0–6 years in Gauranga Chak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gauranga Chak village has 72 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 94 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gauranga Chak village is about 75.77%, with male literacy at 82.55% and female literacy at 68.84%.
- There are around 161 households in Gauranga Chak village.
Connectivity of Gauranga Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gauranga Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Gauranga Chak 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 Gauranga Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Gauranga Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gauranga Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gauranga Chak
- Where is Gauranga Chak located?
- Gauranga Chak village is situated in Pingla Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gauranga Chak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gauranga Chak is Dhaneswarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gauranga Chak?
- The pincode of Gauranga Chak is 721140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gauranga Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gauranga Chak is 714, with 361 males and 353 females.
- How many households are there in Gauranga Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gauranga Chak village has a total of 161 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gauranga Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gauranga Chak is 75.77%. The male literacy rate is 82.55%, while the female literacy rate is 68.84%.