Gurpa
Gurpa is a village located in Purulia I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 42.4km away from Purulia, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gurpa village. As per 2009 stats, Manara is the gram panchayat of Gurpa village.
Gurpa 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 Gurpa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurpa is 331012. The village spans a total geographical area of 254.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723101. Purulia is nearest town to Gurpa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Gurpa village comes under Purulia assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Gurpa
Below is a concise population overview of Gurpa 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 | 821 | 409 | 412 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 65 | 54 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
Literate Population | 456 | 259 | 197 |
Illiterate Population | 365 | 150 | 215 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gurpa village:
- The total population of Gurpa village is around 821, including approximately 409 males and 412 females, with a sex ratio of 1007 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 119 children aged 0–6 years in Gurpa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gurpa village has 79 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 138 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gurpa village is about 55.54%, with male literacy at 63.33% and female literacy at 47.82%.
- There are around 159 households in Gurpa village.
Connectivity of Gurpa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurpa. As per the 2011 stats, Gurpa 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 <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurpa
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurpa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurpa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurpa
- Where is Gurpa located?
- Gurpa village is situated in Purulia I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurpa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurpa is Manara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurpa?
- The pincode of Gurpa is 723101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurpa is 821, with 409 males and 412 females.
- How many households are there in Gurpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurpa village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurpa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurpa is 55.54%. The male literacy rate is 63.33%, while the female literacy rate is 47.82%.