Gunarajpur - Itahar, Uttar Dinajpur
Gunarajpur is a village situated in the Itahar subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. Patirajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunarajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunarajpur is 310175. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.78 hectares and falls under the 733128 pincode. Raiganj is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Gunarajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gunarajpur
As per Census 2011, Gunarajpur village has a total population of 579 people, consisting of 305 males and 274 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 305 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 483 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunarajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 579 | 305 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 483 | 259 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 193 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 112 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Gunarajpur
Gunarajpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gunarajpur
Gunarajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raiganj to Gunarajpur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunarajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunarajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gunarajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunarajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gunarajpur
Where is Gunarajpur located?
Gunarajpur village is located in Itahar Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunarajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunarajpur is Patirajpur.
What is the pincode of Gunarajpur?
The pincode of Gunarajpur is 733128.
What is the population of Gunarajpur?
Gunarajpur has a total population of 579, including 305 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Gunarajpur?
There are 118 households in Gunarajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gunarajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunarajpur is 52.68%. Male literacy is 63.28% and female literacy is 40.88%.