Gournagar Village - Balagarh, Hooghly
Gournagar is a village situated in the Balagarh subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.5 km from Patuligram and around 30 km from Chinsura. Jirat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gournagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gournagar is 325031. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.77 hectares and falls under the 712501 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gournagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gournagar
As per Census 2011, Gournagar village has a total population of 387 people, consisting of 208 males and 179 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gournagar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 208 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 27 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 84 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 149 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 59 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Gournagar
Gournagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gosair Char | North | 1.55 km |
| Char Gaur Nagar | East | 1.58 km |
| Bhabanipur Char | South | 1.62 km |
| Ghol Nadia | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Arazi Bhabanipur | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Sibpur | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Par Niamatpur | East | 2.51 km |
| Gour Nagar | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Char Sripur | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Sundalpur Char | North-West | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gournagar
Public transport in the Gournagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balagarh, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.0 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Gournagar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Gournagar is about 30 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 Gournagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gournagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gournagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gournagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gournagar
Where is Gournagar located?
Gournagar village is located in Balagarh Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gournagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gournagar is Jirat.
What is the pincode of Gournagar?
The pincode of Gournagar is 712501.
What is the population of Gournagar?
Gournagar has a total population of 387, including 208 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Gournagar?
There are 90 households in Gournagar.
What is the literacy rate in Gournagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gournagar is 66.15%. Male literacy is 71.63% and female literacy is 59.78%.