Paschim Gopinathpur - Dhaniakhali, Hooghly
Paschim Gopinathpur is a village situated in the Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.9 km from Dhaniakhali and around 51.8 km from Chinsura. Gopinathpur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paschim Gopinathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paschim Gopinathpur is 324576. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.56 hectares and falls under the 712410 pincode. Tanakeswar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paschim Gopinathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paschim Gopinathpur
As per Census 2011, Paschim Gopinathpur village has a total population of 3,825 people, consisting of 1,923 males and 1,902 females. The village has 893 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 451 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,488 literate and 1,337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,775 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paschim Gopinathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,825 | 1,923 | 1,902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 230 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,775 | 884 | 891 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,488 | 1,369 | 1,119 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,337 | 554 | 783 |
Nearby Villages of Paschim Gopinathpur
Paschim Gopinathpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nischintapur | West | 1.01 km |
| Dharampur | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Jamdara | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Antpara | North | 1.72 km |
| Paschim Kalikapur | South | 1.83 km |
| Chaitanya Bati | West | 1.85 km |
| Habibpur | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Nimdanga | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Bhangamora | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Dakshin Mohanpur | North-West | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paschim Gopinathpur
Paschim Gopinathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.1 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 Tanakeswar to Paschim Gopinathpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Paschim Gopinathpur is about 51.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paschim Gopinathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paschim Gopinathpur 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 Paschim Gopinathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paschim Gopinathpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paschim Gopinathpur
Where is Paschim Gopinathpur located?
Paschim Gopinathpur village is located in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paschim Gopinathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Gopinathpur is Gopinathpur-i.
What is the pincode of Paschim Gopinathpur?
The pincode of Paschim Gopinathpur is 712410.
What is the population of Paschim Gopinathpur?
Paschim Gopinathpur has a total population of 3,825, including 1,923 males and 1,902 females.
How many households are there in Paschim Gopinathpur?
There are 893 households in Paschim Gopinathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Paschim Gopinathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paschim Gopinathpur is 65.05%. Male literacy is 71.19% and female literacy is 58.83%.