Gotpur - Dhaniakhali, Hooghly
Gotpur is a village situated in the Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.3 km from Dhaniakhali and around 36.1 km from Chinsura. Somaspur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gotpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gotpur is 324619. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.8 hectares and falls under the 712302 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Gotpur 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 Gotpur
As per Census 2011, Gotpur village has a total population of 1,546 people, consisting of 765 males and 781 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,209 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 319 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 325 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gotpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,546 | 765 | 781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 72 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 161 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 161 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 1,209 | 637 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 128 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Gotpur
Gotpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shripatipur | South | 0.73 km |
| Surat Sinpur | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Tegachhi Bhabanipur | West | 1.17 km |
| Jayrambati | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Hiranya Bati | East | 1.21 km |
| Samaspur | North-East | 1.21 km |
| Purba Kalikapur | North | 1.26 km |
| Jot Kamal | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Kankrakuli | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Paschim Keshabpur | South-East | 1.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gotpur
Public transport in the Gotpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sibaichandi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tarakeswar to Gotpur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Gotpur is about 36.1 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 Gotpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gotpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gotpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gotpur 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 Gotpur
Where is Gotpur located?
Gotpur village is located in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gotpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gotpur is Somaspur-i.
What is the pincode of Gotpur?
The pincode of Gotpur is 712302.
What is the population of Gotpur?
Gotpur has a total population of 1,546, including 765 males and 781 females.
How many households are there in Gotpur?
There are 378 households in Gotpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gotpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gotpur is 78.20%. Male literacy is 83.27% and female literacy is 73.24%.