Gurkunda

Gurkunda is a village located in Sankrail subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Sankrail are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gurkunda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chhatri is the gram panchayat of Gurkunda village.

Gurkunda 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 Gurkunda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurkunda is 341252. The village spans a total geographical area of 59.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721513. Jhargram is nearest town to Gurkunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Gurkunda

Below is a concise population overview of Gurkunda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 263 138 125
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 17 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 73 40 33
Literate Population 169 93 76
Illiterate Population 94 45 49

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gurkunda village:

  • The total population of Gurkunda village is around 263, including approximately 138 males and 125 females, with a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Gurkunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gurkunda village has 73 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gurkunda village is about 64.26%, with male literacy at 67.39% and female literacy at 60.80%.
  • There are around 48 households in Gurkunda village.

Connectivity of Gurkunda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurkunda. As per the 2011 stats, Gurkunda 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gurkunda

Knowing the nearby villages of Gurkunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurkunda.

Sonakhali Salbani Khamar Mahuli Bhaluk Khulia Kuraria Nilachigerya Satpukharia Jordiha Jamsol Bhangaband Gobindapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Gurkunda

Where is Gurkunda located?
Gurkunda village is situated in Sankrail Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurkunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurkunda is Chhatri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gurkunda?
The pincode of Gurkunda is 721513, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gurkunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurkunda is 263, with 138 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Gurkunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gurkunda village has a total of 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurkunda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurkunda is 64.26%. The male literacy rate is 67.39%, while the female literacy rate is 60.80%.