Ghatkuri - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Ghatkuri is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 32.3 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Daspalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatkuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatkuri is 316674. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.7 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ghatkuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghatkuri
According to the 2011 Census, Ghatkuri village had a total population of 290 people, including 152 males and 138 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.36%, with male literacy at 75.20% and female literacy at 58.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 241.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 152 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 123 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 94 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 58 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatkuri
Ghatkuri 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 Ghatkuri
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ghatkuri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sainthia to Ghatkuri is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Ghatkuri is about 32.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatkuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatkuri 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 Ghatkuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatkuri 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 Ghatkuri
Where is Ghatkuri located?
Ghatkuri village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatkuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatkuri is Daspalsa.
What is the pincode of Ghatkuri?
The pincode of Ghatkuri is 731213.
What is the population of Ghatkuri?
Ghatkuri had a total population of 290, including 152 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Ghatkuri?
Ghatkuri had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatkuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatkuri was 67.36%. Male literacy was 75.20% and female literacy was 58.97%.