Gobindapur - Shyampur - II, Howrah
Gobindapur is a village situated in the Shyampur - II subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.7 km from Shyampur and around 43.9 km from Howrah. Kharuberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobindapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindapur is 333256. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.27 hectares and falls under the 711314 pincode. Khalor is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Gobindapur 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 Gobindapur
As per Census 2011, Gobindapur village has a total population of 4,814 people, consisting of 2,436 males and 2,378 females. The village has 1,098 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 461 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,734 literate and 1,080 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gobindapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,814 | 2,436 | 2,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 248 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 80 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 3,734 | 1,973 | 1,761 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,080 | 463 | 617 |
Nearby Villages of Gobindapur
Gobindapur 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 Gobindapur
Gobindapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khalor to Gobindapur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Gobindapur is about 43.9 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 Gobindapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobindapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gobindapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobindapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gobindapur
Where is Gobindapur located?
Gobindapur village is located in Shyampur - II Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobindapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobindapur is Kharuberia.
What is the pincode of Gobindapur?
The pincode of Gobindapur is 711314.
What is the population of Gobindapur?
Gobindapur has a total population of 4,814, including 2,436 males and 2,378 females.
How many households are there in Gobindapur?
There are 1,098 households in Gobindapur.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindapur is 77.57%. Male literacy is 80.99% and female literacy is 74.05%.