Guptipara Char Village - Balagarh, Hooghly
Guptipara Char is a village situated in the Balagarh subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.1 km from Patuligram and around 41 km from Chinsura. Charkrishnabati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guptipara Char village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guptipara Char is 324910. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.68 hectares and falls under the 712512 pincode. Kalna is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Guptipara Char village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Guptipara Char
As per Census 2011, Guptipara Char village has a total population of 201 people, consisting of 112 males and 89 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 794 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guptipara Char are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 201 | 112 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 83 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 29 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Guptipara Char
Guptipara Char 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Char Sultanpur | West | 1.16 km |
| Sabek Char Krishnabati | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Guptipara | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Chhera Char Krishnabati | East | 2.34 km |
| Nutan Char Krishnabati | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Chhenra Char (p) | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Krishnabati | South | 2.71 km |
| Medgachhi Paikpara | West | 2.81 km |
| Badhagachhi (ct) | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Arazi Guptipara | South | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guptipara Char
Public transport in the Guptipara Char is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Guptipara, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 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 Kalna to Guptipara Char is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Guptipara Char is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guptipara Char
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guptipara Char 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 Guptipara Char
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guptipara Char village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Guptipara Char
Where is Guptipara Char located?
Guptipara Char village is located in Balagarh Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guptipara Char?
The Gram Panchayat of Guptipara Char is Charkrishnabati.
What is the pincode of Guptipara Char?
The pincode of Guptipara Char is 712512.
What is the population of Guptipara Char?
Guptipara Char has a total population of 201, including 112 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Guptipara Char?
There are 54 households in Guptipara Char.
What is the literacy rate in Guptipara Char?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guptipara Char is 73.13%. Male literacy is 74.11% and female literacy is 71.91%.