Guptipara Char - 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 Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Guptipara Char
According to the 2011 Census, Guptipara Char village had a total population of 201 people, including 112 males and 89 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 795 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 79.81% and female literacy at 75.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 201 | 112 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 201, including 112 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Guptipara Char?
Guptipara Char had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guptipara Char?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guptipara Char was 77.78%. Male literacy was 79.81% and female literacy was 75.29%.