Paschim Gamini - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Paschim Gamini is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 40.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Talowan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paschim Gamini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paschim Gamini is 316539. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.2 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Paschim Gamini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paschim Gamini
As per Census 2011, Paschim Gamini village has a total population of 447 people, consisting of 233 males and 214 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 426 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paschim Gamini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 447 | 233 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 12 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 220 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 213 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 20 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Paschim Gamini
Paschim Gamini 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tarachi | South-West | 0.86 km |
| Kanachi | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Haturia | North | 1.63 km |
| Samachar | South | 1.66 km |
| Taloan | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Lokra | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Kamra | South | 2.22 km |
| Bhalian | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Namakanda | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Bilaspur | North | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paschim Gamini
Paschim Gamini is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mallarpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Paschim Gamini is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Paschim Gamini is about 40.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paschim Gamini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paschim Gamini 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paschim Gamini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paschim Gamini 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paschim Gamini
Where is Paschim Gamini located?
Paschim Gamini village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paschim Gamini?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Gamini is Talowan.
What is the pincode of Paschim Gamini?
The pincode of Paschim Gamini is 731216.
What is the population of Paschim Gamini?
Paschim Gamini has a total population of 447, including 233 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Paschim Gamini?
There are 120 households in Paschim Gamini.
What is the literacy rate in Paschim Gamini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paschim Gamini is 84.56%. Male literacy is 91.42% and female literacy is 77.10%.