Gohal Beria - Shyampur - I, Howrah
Gohal Beria is a village situated in the Shyampur - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.7 km from Shyampur and around 49.7 km from Howrah. Balichaturi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gohal Beria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gohal Beria is 333180. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.46 hectares and falls under the 711315 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Gohal Beria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shyampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gohal Beria
According to the 2011 Census, Gohal Beria village had a total population of 2,734 people, including 1,380 males and 1,354 females, living in 638 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.52%, with male literacy at 81.62% and female literacy at 71.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101.
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 | 2,734 | 1,380 | 1,354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 134 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,877 | 1,017 | 860 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 363 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Gohal Beria
Gohal Beria 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 Gohal Beria
Gohal Beria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uluberia to Gohal Beria is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Gohal Beria is about 49.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gohal Beria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gohal Beria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gohal Beria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gohal Beria 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gohal Beria
Where is Gohal Beria located?
Gohal Beria village is located in Shyampur - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gohal Beria?
The Gram Panchayat of Gohal Beria is Balichaturi.
What is the pincode of Gohal Beria?
The pincode of Gohal Beria is 711315.
What is the population of Gohal Beria?
Gohal Beria had a total population of 2,734, including 1,380 males and 1,354 females.
How many households are there in Gohal Beria?
Gohal Beria had 638 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gohal Beria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gohal Beria was 76.52%. Male literacy was 81.62% and female literacy was 71.25%.