Gaurangapur - Shyampur - II, Howrah
Gaurangapur is a village situated in the Shyampur - II subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.1 km from Shyampur and around 54.5 km from Howrah. Shashati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaurangapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaurangapur is 333200. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.37 hectares and falls under the 711312 pincode. Khalor is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gaurangapur 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 Gaurangapur
As per Census 2011, Gaurangapur village has a total population of 1,223 people, consisting of 634 males and 589 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 879 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaurangapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,223 | 634 | 589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 71 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 879 | 488 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 146 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Gaurangapur
Gaurangapur 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 Gaurangapur
Gaurangapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gaurangapur.
| 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 Khalor to Gaurangapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Gaurangapur is about 54.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaurangapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaurangapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gaurangapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaurangapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gaurangapur
Where is Gaurangapur located?
Gaurangapur village is located in Shyampur - II Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaurangapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaurangapur is Shashati.
What is the pincode of Gaurangapur?
The pincode of Gaurangapur is 711312.
What is the population of Gaurangapur?
Gaurangapur has a total population of 1,223, including 634 males and 589 females.
How many households are there in Gaurangapur?
There are 275 households in Gaurangapur.
What is the literacy rate in Gaurangapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaurangapur is 71.87%. Male literacy is 76.97% and female literacy is 66.38%.