Gourdih
Gourdih is a village located in Barabazar subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.2km away from sub-district headquarter Barabazar (tehsildar office) and 40.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Latpada is the gram panchayat of Gourdih village.
Gourdih has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Gourdih
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gourdih is 331944. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723152. Puruliya is nearest town to Gourdih village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
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Population of Gourdih
Below is a concise population overview of Gourdih 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 | 574 | 272 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 142 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 130 | 216 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gourdih village:
- The total population of Gourdih village is around 574, including approximately 272 males and 302 females, with a sex ratio of 1110 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 99 children aged 0–6 years in Gourdih village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gourdih village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 56 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gourdih village is about 39.72%, with male literacy at 52.21% and female literacy at 28.48%.
- There are around 113 households in Gourdih village.
Connectivity of Gourdih
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gourdih. As per the 2011 stats, Gourdih 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gourdih
Knowing the nearby villages of Gourdih helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gourdih.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gourdih
- Where is Gourdih located?
- Gourdih village is situated in Barabazar Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gourdih?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gourdih is Latpada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gourdih?
- The pincode of Gourdih is 723152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gourdih as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gourdih is 574, with 272 males and 302 females.
- How many households are there in Gourdih as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gourdih village has a total of 113 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gourdih as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gourdih is 39.72%. The male literacy rate is 52.21%, while the female literacy rate is 28.48%.