Gourangadih
Gourangadih is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.4km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 46.3km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Gorandih is the gram panchayat of Gourangadih village.
Gourangadih 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 Gourangadih
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gourangadih is 330653. The village spans a total geographical area of 335.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723121. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Gourangadih village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Gourangadih
Population of Gourangadih
Below is a concise population overview of Gourangadih as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,246 | 1,125 | 1,121 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 155 | 135 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 845 | 425 | 420 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 120 | 147 |
Literate Population | 1,288 | 756 | 532 |
Illiterate Population | 958 | 369 | 589 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gourangadih village:
- The total population of Gourangadih village is around 2,246, including approximately 1,125 males and 1,121 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 290 children aged 0–6 years in Gourangadih village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gourangadih village has 845 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 267 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gourangadih village is about 57.35%, with male literacy at 67.20% and female literacy at 47.46%.
- There are around 501 households in Gourangadih village.
Connectivity of Gourangadih
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gourangadih. As per the 2011 stats, Gourangadih had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gourangadih
Knowing the nearby villages of Gourangadih helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gourangadih.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gourangadih
- Where is Gourangadih located?
- Gourangadih village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gourangadih?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gourangadih is Gorandih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gourangadih?
- The pincode of Gourangadih is 723121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gourangadih as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gourangadih is 2,246, with 1,125 males and 1,121 females.
- How many households are there in Gourangadih as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gourangadih village has a total of 501 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gourangadih as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gourangadih is 57.35%. The male literacy rate is 67.20%, while the female literacy rate is 47.46%.