Garchumbak - Shyampur - II, Howrah
Garchumbak is a village situated in the Shyampur - II subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.9 km from Shyampur and around 48.9 km from Howrah. Bargram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garchumbak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garchumbak is 333231. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.51 hectares and falls under the 711312 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Garchumbak 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 Garchumbak
According to the 2011 Census, Garchumbak village had a total population of 3,148 people, including 1,614 males and 1,534 females, living in 687 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.65%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 78.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 3,148 | 1,614 | 1,534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 192 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,320 | 1,228 | 1,092 |
| Illiterate Population | 828 | 386 | 442 |
Nearby Villages of Garchumbak
Garchumbak 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 Garchumbak
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Garchumbak. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Garchumbak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uluberia to Garchumbak is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Garchumbak is about 48.9 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 Garchumbak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garchumbak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garchumbak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garchumbak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garchumbak
Where is Garchumbak located?
Garchumbak village is located in Shyampur - II Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garchumbak?
The Gram Panchayat of Garchumbak is Bargram.
What is the pincode of Garchumbak?
The pincode of Garchumbak is 711312.
What is the population of Garchumbak?
Garchumbak had a total population of 3,148, including 1,614 males and 1,534 females.
How many households are there in Garchumbak?
Garchumbak had 687 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garchumbak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garchumbak was 82.65%. Male literacy was 86.36% and female literacy was 78.84%.