Purbba Gobindapur - Jangipara, Hooghly
Purbba Gobindapur is a village situated in the Jangipara subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.7 km from Jangipara and around 45.9 km from Chinsura. Kotalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Gobindapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Gobindapur is 325736. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.04 hectares and falls under the 712404 pincode. Borgachia is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Purbba Gobindapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Gobindapur
As per Census 2011, Purbba Gobindapur village has a total population of 1,958 people, consisting of 967 males and 991 females. The village has 469 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,454 literate and 504 illiterate residents. Additionally, 603 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 134 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Gobindapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,958 | 967 | 991 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 75 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 603 | 287 | 316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 64 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 1,454 | 783 | 671 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 184 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Gobindapur
Purbba Gobindapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chechua Dingalhati | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Prasadpur | South | 1.53 km |
| Jagannathpur | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Mohanbati | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Mahestikuri | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Santoshpur | North | 1.73 km |
| Kaparpur | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Chakpur | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Mohanpur | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Kamdebpur | South | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Gobindapur
Purbba Gobindapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Haripal, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Borgachia to Purbba Gobindapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Purbba Gobindapur is about 45.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Gobindapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Gobindapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Gobindapur
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 Gobindapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purbba Gobindapur
Where is Purbba Gobindapur located?
Purbba Gobindapur village is located in Jangipara Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Gobindapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Gobindapur is Kotalpur.
What is the pincode of Purbba Gobindapur?
The pincode of Purbba Gobindapur is 712404.
What is the population of Purbba Gobindapur?
Purbba Gobindapur has a total population of 1,958, including 967 males and 991 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Gobindapur?
There are 469 households in Purbba Gobindapur.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Gobindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Gobindapur is 74.26%. Male literacy is 80.97% and female literacy is 67.71%.