Garbere - Khanakul - I, Hooghly
Garbere is a village situated in the Khanakul - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.6 km from Khanakul and around 82.4 km from Chinsura. Arunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garbere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garbere is 325888. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.52 hectares and falls under the 712415 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Garbere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pursurah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garbere
As per Census 2011, Garbere village has a total population of 854 people, consisting of 436 males and 418 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 455 literate and 399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 661 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garbere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 854 | 436 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 49 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 661 | 335 | 326 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 285 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 151 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Garbere
Garbere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandhaipur | South | 0.93 km |
| Daspur | North | 1.18 km |
| Piarapur | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Chhatrashali | West | 1.57 km |
| Arunda | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Purbba Radhanagar | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Goja | East | 2.03 km |
| Dhara Shimul | South | 2.31 km |
| Etarai | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Pancharul | South | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garbere
Garbere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Loknath, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Garbere is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Garbere is about 82.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garbere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garbere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garbere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garbere 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garbere
Where is Garbere located?
Garbere village is located in Khanakul - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garbere?
The Gram Panchayat of Garbere is Arunda.
What is the pincode of Garbere?
The pincode of Garbere is 712415.
What is the population of Garbere?
Garbere has a total population of 854, including 436 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Garbere?
There are 208 households in Garbere.
What is the literacy rate in Garbere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garbere is 53.28%. Male literacy is 65.37% and female literacy is 40.67%.