Hazipur - Goghat - II, Hooghly
Hazipur is a village situated in the Goghat - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.8 km from Goghat and around 94 km from Chinsura. Hazipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hazipur is 324217. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.79 hectares and falls under the 712614 pincode. Arambag is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Hazipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hazipur
As per Census 2011, Hazipur village has a total population of 3,643 people, consisting of 1,845 males and 1,798 females. The village has 814 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,503 literate and 1,140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,424 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hazipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,643 | 1,845 | 1,798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 211 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,424 | 712 | 712 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 2,503 | 1,364 | 1,139 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,140 | 481 | 659 |
Nearby Villages of Hazipur
Hazipur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Hazipur
Hazipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambag to Hazipur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Hazipur is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hazipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hazipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hazipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hazipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hazipur
Where is Hazipur located?
Hazipur village is located in Goghat - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hazipur?
Hazipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hazipur?
The pincode of Hazipur is 712614.
What is the population of Hazipur?
Hazipur has a total population of 3,643, including 1,845 males and 1,798 females.
How many households are there in Hazipur?
There are 814 households in Hazipur.
What is the literacy rate in Hazipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hazipur is 68.71%. Male literacy is 73.93% and female literacy is 63.35%.