Gete Gari - Dhaniakhali, Hooghly
Gete Gari is a village situated in the Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from Dhaniakhali and around 36.9 km from Chinsura. Dhanekhali-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gete Gari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gete Gari is 324646. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.28 hectares and falls under the 712302 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gete Gari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gete Gari
As per Census 2011, Gete Gari village has a total population of 2,574 people, consisting of 1,277 males and 1,297 females. The village has 615 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,884 literate and 690 illiterate residents. Additionally, 370 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 361 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gete Gari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,574 | 1,277 | 1,297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 120 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 171 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 361 | 168 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 1,884 | 1,010 | 874 |
| Illiterate Population | 690 | 267 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Gete Gari
Gete Gari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahamaya | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Bara Khanpur | East | 1.39 km |
| Bathangaria | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Chitla | West | 1.70 km |
| Lokabati | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Mreja Nagar | South | 2.09 km |
| Muidipur | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Saturia | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Bhagabanpur | South | 2.32 km |
| Cheragram | North | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gete Gari
Gete Gari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Cheragram Bh., while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.9 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Gete Gari is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Gete Gari is about 36.9 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 Gete Gari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gete Gari 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 Gete Gari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gete Gari 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gete Gari
Where is Gete Gari located?
Gete Gari village is located in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gete Gari?
The Gram Panchayat of Gete Gari is Dhanekhali-ii.
What is the pincode of Gete Gari?
The pincode of Gete Gari is 712302.
What is the population of Gete Gari?
Gete Gari has a total population of 2,574, including 1,277 males and 1,297 females.
How many households are there in Gete Gari?
There are 615 households in Gete Gari.
What is the literacy rate in Gete Gari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gete Gari is 73.19%. Male literacy is 79.09% and female literacy is 67.39%.