Gunjaria
Gunjaria is a village located in Islampur subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.7km away from sub-district headquarter Islampur (tehsildar office) and 89.8km away from district headquarter Raiganj. As per 2009 stats, Gunjaria village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gunjaria unique in its vibrant Islampur-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Gunjaria’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 Gunjaria
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gunjaria is 309018. The village spans a total geographical area of 209.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733202. Islampur is nearest town to Gunjaria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gunjaria village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gunjaria
Population of Gunjaria
According to the 2011 Census, Gunjaria has a total population of about 4,470, with approximately 2,215 males and 2,255 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 851 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 282 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 31.68%, with male literacy at about 36.93% and female literacy near 26.52%. There are around 870 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gunjaria's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,470 | 2,215 | 2,255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 851 | 417 | 434 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 137 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,416 | 818 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,054 | 1,397 | 1,657 |
Connectivity of Gunjaria
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gunjaria. As per the 2011 stats, Gunjaria had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gunjaria
Knowing the nearby villages of Gunjaria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gunjaria.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gunjaria
- Where is Gunjaria located?
- Gunjaria village is situated in Islampur Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gunjaria?
- Gunjaria serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gunjaria?
- The pincode of Gunjaria is 733202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gunjaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gunjaria is 4,470, with 2,215 males and 2,255 females.
- How many households are there in Gunjaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gunjaria village has a total of 870 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gunjaria as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gunjaria is 31.68%. The male literacy rate is 36.93%, while the female literacy rate is 26.52%.