Purbba Gopinathpur - Haripal, Hooghly
Purbba Gopinathpur is a village situated in the Haripal subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.6 km from Khamar Chandi and around 26.8 km from Chinsura. Nalikulpurba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Gopinathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Gopinathpur is 325417. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.25 hectares and falls under the 712407 pincode. Haripal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purbba Gopinathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Gopinathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Purbba Gopinathpur village had a total population of 2,622 people, including 1,357 males and 1,265 females, living in 642 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.18%, with male literacy at 87.80% and female literacy at 80.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 324, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 2,622 | 1,357 | 1,265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 95 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 170 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 2,049 | 1,108 | 941 |
| Illiterate Population | 573 | 249 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Gopinathpur
Purbba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hasimpur | North-West | 0.83 km |
| Kinkarkati | East | 0.92 km |
| Parjana | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Madhya Hijli | East | 1.42 km |
| Jadabbati | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Ichhlampur | North | 1.61 km |
| Nawapara | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Khagragachhi | East | 1.77 km |
| Baje Ichhlampur | North | 1.83 km |
| Enayetpur | South | 1.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Gopinathpur
Purbba Gopinathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Nalikul, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haripal to Purbba Gopinathpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Purbba Gopinathpur is about 26.8 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 Purbba Gopinathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Gopinathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba 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 Purbba 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purbba Gopinathpur
Where is Purbba Gopinathpur located?
Purbba Gopinathpur village is located in Haripal Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Gopinathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Gopinathpur is Nalikulpurba.
What is the pincode of Purbba Gopinathpur?
The pincode of Purbba Gopinathpur is 712407.
What is the population of Purbba Gopinathpur?
Purbba Gopinathpur had a total population of 2,622, including 1,357 males and 1,265 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Gopinathpur?
Purbba Gopinathpur had 642 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Gopinathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Gopinathpur was 84.18%. Male literacy was 87.80% and female literacy was 80.29%.