Gaula - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Gaula is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.3 km from Polba and around 16.6 km from Chinsura. Polba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaula is 325121. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.74 hectares and falls under the 712148 pincode. Bandel is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gaula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaula
As per Census 2011, Gaula village has a total population of 594 people, consisting of 327 males and 267 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 816 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 433 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 594 | 327 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 251 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 76 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Gaula
Gaula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goaljor | South | 0.82 km |
| Sudarsan | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Khatni | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Sangrampur | East | 1.63 km |
| Kusundipara | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Saranpur | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Aima Samsara | West | 2.08 km |
| Polba | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Keshabpur | West | 2.41 km |
| Paranchapur | North-West | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaula
Gaula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Talandu, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bandel to Gaula is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Gaula is about 16.6 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaula 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gaula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaula 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 Gaula
Where is Gaula located?
Gaula village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaula?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaula is Polba.
What is the pincode of Gaula?
The pincode of Gaula is 712148.
What is the population of Gaula?
Gaula has a total population of 594, including 327 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Gaula?
There are 118 households in Gaula.
What is the literacy rate in Gaula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaula is 72.90%. Male literacy is 76.76% and female literacy is 68.16%.