Gayeshpur - Tarakeswar, Hooghly
Gayeshpur is a village situated in the Tarakeswar subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.5 km from Tarakeswar and around 45.6 km from Chinsura. Santoshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gayeshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gayeshpur is 324458. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.39 hectares and falls under the 712410 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Gayeshpur 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 Gayeshpur
As per Census 2011, Gayeshpur village has a total population of 1,205 people, consisting of 602 males and 603 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 850 literate and 355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gayeshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,205 | 602 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 121 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 456 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 146 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Gayeshpur
Gayeshpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishnubati | East | 0.88 km |
| Ketera | North-West | 0.98 km |
| Ramnarayanpur | South | 1.05 km |
| Gure | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Bhata (p) | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Makrar | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Naypara | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Bhimpur | East | 1.70 km |
| Gauribati | North | 1.84 km |
| Shibpur | North-West | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gayeshpur
Gayeshpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Gayeshpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Gayeshpur is about 45.6 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 Gayeshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gayeshpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gayeshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gayeshpur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gayeshpur
Where is Gayeshpur located?
Gayeshpur village is located in Tarakeswar Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gayeshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gayeshpur is Santoshpur.
What is the pincode of Gayeshpur?
The pincode of Gayeshpur is 712410.
What is the population of Gayeshpur?
Gayeshpur has a total population of 1,205, including 602 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Gayeshpur?
There are 277 households in Gayeshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gayeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gayeshpur is 70.54%. Male literacy is 75.75% and female literacy is 65.34%.