Gadadharpur - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Gadadharpur is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 19.8 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Gohaliara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadadharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadadharpur is 318172. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.92 hectares and falls under the 731123 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gadadharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadadharpur
As per Census 2011, Gadadharpur village has a total population of 512 people, consisting of 279 males and 233 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 835 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 354 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadadharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 512 | 279 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 34 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 98 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 354 | 211 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 68 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Gadadharpur
Gadadharpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dedaha | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Haridaspur | South | 1.09 km |
| Bahadurganja | West | 1.26 km |
| Baraban | North | 1.44 km |
| Jhapartala | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Burema | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Chak Jitua | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Khayradihi | North | 2.00 km |
| Gohaliara | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Asanshuli | South | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadadharpur
Gadadharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dubrajpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dubrajpur to Gadadharpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Gadadharpur is about 19.8 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadadharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadadharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gadadharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadadharpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadadharpur
Where is Gadadharpur located?
Gadadharpur village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadadharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadadharpur is Gohaliara.
What is the pincode of Gadadharpur?
The pincode of Gadadharpur is 731123.
What is the population of Gadadharpur?
Gadadharpur has a total population of 512, including 279 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Gadadharpur?
There are 116 households in Gadadharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gadadharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadadharpur is 69.14%. Male literacy is 75.63% and female literacy is 61.37%.