Gaganpur - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Gaganpur is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 86.7 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Jajigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaganpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaganpur is 316107. The village covers a total geographical area of 336.8 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Jangipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gaganpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaganpur
As per Census 2011, Gaganpur village has a total population of 2,033 people, consisting of 1,019 males and 1,014 females. The village has 583 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,129 literate and 904 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaganpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,033 | 1,019 | 1,014 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 157 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,159 | 594 | 565 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 4 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,129 | 644 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 904 | 375 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Gaganpur
Gaganpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamarkhul | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Jijigram | North | 3.19 km |
| Bainda | East | 3.26 km |
| Nait Baidara | East | 3.67 km |
| Paikar | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Kalinagar | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Sahebnagar | South-East | 4.45 km |
| Raturi | North-East | 4.48 km |
| Hasampur | East | 4.74 km |
| Birthamba | South-East | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaganpur
Gaganpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Murarai, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jangipur to Gaganpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Gaganpur is about 86.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaganpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaganpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gaganpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaganpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gaganpur
Where is Gaganpur located?
Gaganpur village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaganpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaganpur is Jajigram.
What is the pincode of Gaganpur?
The pincode of Gaganpur is 731221.
What is the population of Gaganpur?
Gaganpur has a total population of 2,033, including 1,019 males and 1,014 females.
How many households are there in Gaganpur?
There are 583 households in Gaganpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gaganpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaganpur is 55.53%. Male literacy is 63.20% and female literacy is 47.83%.