Gurepol - Shyampur - I, Howrah
Gurepol is a village situated in the Shyampur - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.7 km from Shyampur and around 66.1 km from Howrah. Baneswarpur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurepol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurepol is 333145. The village covers a total geographical area of 450.53 hectares and falls under the 711314 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gurepol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Gurepol
As per Census 2011, Gurepol village has a total population of 7,613 people, consisting of 3,862 males and 3,751 females. The village has 1,775 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 874 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,273 literate and 2,340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurepol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,613 | 3,862 | 3,751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 874 | 452 | 422 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 73 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 5,273 | 2,859 | 2,414 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,340 | 1,003 | 1,337 |
Nearby Villages of Gurepol
Gurepol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurchi Beria | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Baneshwarpur | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Ambere | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Kathanali | North | 1.96 km |
| Gadiara | South | 2.26 km |
| Pichhaldaha | West | 2.47 km |
| Sibganja | North | 2.57 km |
| Kamdebpur | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Kshirish Beria | North | 2.82 km |
| Sibpur | South-West | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurepol
Gurepol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Satish Samanta P.h., while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uluberia to Gurepol is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Gurepol is about 66.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurepol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurepol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gurepol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurepol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurepol
Where is Gurepol located?
Gurepol village is located in Shyampur - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurepol?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurepol is Baneswarpur-i.
What is the pincode of Gurepol?
The pincode of Gurepol is 711314.
What is the population of Gurepol?
Gurepol has a total population of 7,613, including 3,862 males and 3,751 females.
How many households are there in Gurepol?
There are 1,775 households in Gurepol.
What is the literacy rate in Gurepol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurepol is 69.26%. Male literacy is 74.03% and female literacy is 64.36%.