Gouragapur
Gouragapur is a village located in Sutahata subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Sutahata are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gouragapur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Horkhali is the gram panchayat of Gouragapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Gouragapur unique in its vibrant Sutahata-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Gouragapur’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 Gouragapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gouragapur is 345711. The village spans a total geographical area of 24.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721635. Durgachak is nearest town to Gouragapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Gouragapur
Population of Gouragapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gouragapur has a total population of about 436, with approximately 219 males and 217 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 54 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 70 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.85%, with male literacy at about 78.54% and female literacy near 69.12%. There are around 95 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gouragapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 436 | 219 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 322 | 172 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 47 | 67 |
Connectivity of Gouragapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gouragapur. As per the 2011 stats, Gouragapur 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 Gouragapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gouragapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gouragapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gouragapur
- Where is Gouragapur located?
- Gouragapur village is situated in Sutahata Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gouragapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gouragapur is Horkhali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gouragapur?
- The pincode of Gouragapur is 721635, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gouragapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gouragapur is 436, with 219 males and 217 females.
- How many households are there in Gouragapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gouragapur village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gouragapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gouragapur is 73.85%. The male literacy rate is 78.54%, while the female literacy rate is 69.12%.