Gauribati - Tarakeswar, Hooghly
Gauribati is a village situated in the Tarakeswar subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.8 km from Tarakeswar and around 46.9 km from Chinsura. Santoshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauribati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauribati is 324447. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.85 hectares and falls under the 712410 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Gauribati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gauribati
As per Census 2011, Gauribati village has a total population of 2,093 people, consisting of 1,081 males and 1,012 females. The village has 482 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,616 literate and 477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 484 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gauribati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,093 | 1,081 | 1,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 99 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 238 | 246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,616 | 894 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 187 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Gauribati
Gauribati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naypara | South-West | 0.72 km |
| Sahapur (p) | East | 0.87 km |
| Bhata (p) | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Chandur | North | 1.23 km |
| Shibpur | West | 1.35 km |
| Gure | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Ketera | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Teghari | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Gayeshpur | South | 1.84 km |
| Bishnubati | South-East | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gauribati
Gauribati 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 41.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Gauribati is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Gauribati is about 46.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gauribati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauribati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gauribati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauribati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gauribati
Where is Gauribati located?
Gauribati village is located in Tarakeswar Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gauribati?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauribati is Santoshpur.
What is the pincode of Gauribati?
The pincode of Gauribati is 712410.
What is the population of Gauribati?
Gauribati has a total population of 2,093, including 1,081 males and 1,012 females.
How many households are there in Gauribati?
There are 482 households in Gauribati.
What is the literacy rate in Gauribati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauribati is 77.21%. Male literacy is 82.70% and female literacy is 71.34%.