Gunandapur - Bagnan - II, Howrah
Gunandapur is a village situated in the Bagnan - II subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.1 km from Bagnan and around 44.1 km from Howrah. Antila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunandapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunandapur is 333096. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.91 hectares and falls under the 711312 pincode. Bagnan is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Gunandapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gunandapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gunandapur village had a total population of 2,797 people, including 1,443 males and 1,354 females, living in 601 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.16%, with male literacy at 90.23% and female literacy at 83.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,797 | 1,443 | 1,354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 143 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,185 | 1,173 | 1,012 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 270 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Gunandapur
Gunandapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gunandapur
Gunandapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gunandapur.
| 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 Bagnan to Gunandapur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Gunandapur is about 44.1 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 Gunandapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunandapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gunandapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunandapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gunandapur
Where is Gunandapur located?
Gunandapur village is located in Bagnan - II Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gunandapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunandapur is Antila.
What is the pincode of Gunandapur?
The pincode of Gunandapur is 711312.
What is the population of Gunandapur?
Gunandapur had a total population of 2,797, including 1,443 males and 1,354 females.
How many households are there in Gunandapur?
Gunandapur had 601 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunandapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunandapur was 87.16%. Male literacy was 90.23% and female literacy was 83.84%.