Gandarpukur - Singur, Hooghly
Gandarpukur is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.2 km from Singur. Anandanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandarpukur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandarpukur is 325470. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.98 hectares and falls under the 712409 pincode. Chandannagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gandarpukur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Singur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandarpukur
As per Census 2011, Gandarpukur village has a total population of 3,277 people, consisting of 1,653 males and 1,624 females. The village has 813 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,464 literate and 813 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandarpukur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,277 | 1,653 | 1,624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 151 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 16 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,464 | 1,304 | 1,160 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 349 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Gandarpukur
Gandarpukur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak.gobinda | North-West | 0.85 km |
| Athalia | South | 1.06 km |
| Paunan | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Khordaapurbapur | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Jamirberia | South | 1.91 km |
| Atisara | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Bhandardaha | South | 1.97 km |
| Anandanagar | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Baburbheri | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Beleghata | North-East | 2.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gandarpukur
Public transport in the Gandarpukur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Singur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chandannagar to Gandarpukur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandarpukur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandarpukur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gandarpukur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandarpukur 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 Gandarpukur
Where is Gandarpukur located?
Gandarpukur village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandarpukur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandarpukur is Anandanagar.
What is the pincode of Gandarpukur?
The pincode of Gandarpukur is 712409.
What is the population of Gandarpukur?
Gandarpukur has a total population of 3,277, including 1,653 males and 1,624 females.
How many households are there in Gandarpukur?
There are 813 households in Gandarpukur.
What is the literacy rate in Gandarpukur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandarpukur is 75.19%. Male literacy is 78.89% and female literacy is 71.43%.