Ghoshpur - Khanakul - I, Hooghly
Ghoshpur is a village situated in the Khanakul - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.5 km from Khanakul and around 63.9 km from Chinsura. Ghoshpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoshpur is 325818. The village covers a total geographical area of 1328.14 hectares and falls under the 712613 pincode. Arambag is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ghoshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanakul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ghoshpur village had a total population of 19,014 people, including 9,838 males and 9,176 females, living in 4,039 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.95%, with male literacy at 86.62% and female literacy at 74.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,576.
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 | 19,014 | 9,838 | 9,176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,371 | 1,200 | 1,171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,576 | 1,302 | 1,274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 13,473 | 7,482 | 5,991 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,541 | 2,356 | 3,185 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoshpur
Ghoshpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paschim Ghoshpur | West | 2.35 km |
| Kanchra | South | 2.39 km |
| Pilkhan | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Madhabkundu | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Gujrat | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Bandipur | West | 2.96 km |
| Gangpur | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Ghashua | North | 3.35 km |
| Pol | East | 3.47 km |
| Sankarpur | South | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghoshpur
Ghoshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Arambag to Ghoshpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Ghoshpur is about 63.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoshpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghoshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoshpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ghoshpur
Where is Ghoshpur located?
Ghoshpur village is located in Khanakul - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghoshpur?
Ghoshpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghoshpur?
The pincode of Ghoshpur is 712613.
What is the population of Ghoshpur?
Ghoshpur had a total population of 19,014, including 9,838 males and 9,176 females.
How many households are there in Ghoshpur?
Ghoshpur had 4,039 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoshpur was 80.95%. Male literacy was 86.62% and female literacy was 74.84%.