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 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 Gobindapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gobindapur village had a total population of 4,814 people, including 2,436 males and 2,378 females, living in 1,098 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.78%, with male literacy at 90.17% and female literacy at 81.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 181.
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 | 4,814 | 2,436 | 2,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 248 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 80 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 4,814, including 2,436 males and 2,378 females.
How many households are there in Gobindapur?
Gobindapur had 1,098 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindapur was 85.78%. Male literacy was 90.17% and female literacy was 81.34%.