Ghol Digrui - Pursura, Hooghly
Ghol Digrui is a village situated in the Pursura subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.3 km from Pursura and around 57.9 km from Chinsura. Shyampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghol Digrui village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghol Digrui is 324435. The village covers a total geographical area of 339.09 hectares and falls under the 712401 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ghol Digrui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghol Digrui
As per Census 2011, Ghol Digrui village has a total population of 6,699 people, consisting of 3,435 males and 3,264 females. The village has 1,428 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 814 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,809 literate and 1,890 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghol Digrui are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,699 | 3,435 | 3,264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 814 | 434 | 380 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,155 | 573 | 582 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 4,809 | 2,639 | 2,170 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,890 | 796 | 1,094 |
Nearby Villages of Ghol Digrui
Ghol Digrui 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Neota | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Bara Digrui | West | 1.63 km |
| Gopimohanpur | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Harua | North | 1.80 km |
| Shyampur | East | 1.92 km |
| Pantahari | South | 1.95 km |
| Udna | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Chilladangi | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Chandraban | West | 2.65 km |
| Jasar | North-West | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghol Digrui
Ghol Digrui 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 38.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Tarakeswar to Ghol Digrui is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Ghol Digrui is about 57.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghol Digrui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghol Digrui 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 Ghol Digrui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghol Digrui village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghol Digrui
Where is Ghol Digrui located?
Ghol Digrui village is located in Pursura Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghol Digrui?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghol Digrui is Shyampur.
What is the pincode of Ghol Digrui?
The pincode of Ghol Digrui is 712401.
What is the population of Ghol Digrui?
Ghol Digrui has a total population of 6,699, including 3,435 males and 3,264 females.
How many households are there in Ghol Digrui?
There are 1,428 households in Ghol Digrui.
What is the literacy rate in Ghol Digrui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghol Digrui is 71.79%. Male literacy is 76.83% and female literacy is 66.48%.