Gazina Daspur - Pandua, Hooghly
Gazina Daspur is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.3 km from Pandua and around 30.3 km from Chinsura. Lchhobadaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gazina Daspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gazina Daspur is 324890. The village covers a total geographical area of 297.17 hectares and falls under the 712146 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gazina Daspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gazina Daspur
As per Census 2011, Gazina Daspur village has a total population of 2,535 people, consisting of 1,294 males and 1,241 females. The village has 626 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,883 literate and 652 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 261 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gazina Daspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,535 | 1,294 | 1,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 118 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,102 | 568 | 534 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 132 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 1,883 | 1,041 | 842 |
| Illiterate Population | 652 | 253 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Gazina Daspur
Gazina Daspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jangalpur | West | 1.02 km |
| Panch Deuli | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Chaklai | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Gaipara | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Ilchhoba | West | 1.95 km |
| Kamarpara | East | 1.97 km |
| Depara | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Abira | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Kulgachhi | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Salarpur | North-East | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gazina Daspur
Gazina Daspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khanyan, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansberia to Gazina Daspur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Gazina Daspur is about 30.3 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 Gazina Daspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gazina Daspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gazina Daspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gazina Daspur 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 Gazina Daspur
Where is Gazina Daspur located?
Gazina Daspur village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gazina Daspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gazina Daspur is Lchhobadaspur.
What is the pincode of Gazina Daspur?
The pincode of Gazina Daspur is 712146.
What is the population of Gazina Daspur?
Gazina Daspur has a total population of 2,535, including 1,294 males and 1,241 females.
How many households are there in Gazina Daspur?
There are 626 households in Gazina Daspur.
What is the literacy rate in Gazina Daspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gazina Daspur is 74.28%. Male literacy is 80.45% and female literacy is 67.85%.