Gurguria
Gurguria is a village located in Para subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.2km away from sub-district headquarter Para (tehsildar office) and 7.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Dubra is the gram panchayat of Gurguria village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurguria unique in its vibrant Para-Puruliya region. You’ll see Gurguria’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 Gurguria
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurguria is 330073. The village spans a total geographical area of 88.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723162. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Gurguria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Gurguria
Population of Gurguria
According to the 2011 Census, Gurguria has a total population of about 1,941, with approximately 988 males and 953 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 315 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 39 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 59.76%, with male literacy at about 73.99% and female literacy near 45.02%. There are around 280 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurguria's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,941 | 988 | 953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 158 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,160 | 731 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 781 | 257 | 524 |
Connectivity of Gurguria
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurguria. As per the 2011 stats, Gurguria had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurguria
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurguria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurguria.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurguria
- Where is Gurguria located?
- Gurguria village is situated in Para Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurguria?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurguria is Dubra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurguria?
- The pincode of Gurguria is 723162, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurguria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurguria is 1,941, with 988 males and 953 females.
- How many households are there in Gurguria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurguria village has a total of 280 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurguria as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurguria is 59.76%. The male literacy rate is 73.99%, while the female literacy rate is 45.02%.