Ghola - Udaynarayanpur, Howrah
Ghola is a village situated in the Udaynarayanpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.4 km from Udaynarayanpur and around 46 km from Howrah. Rampur-dihibhusut Asanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghola is 332488. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.23 hectares and falls under the 711408 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Ghola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghola
As per Census 2011, Ghola village has a total population of 2,369 people, consisting of 1,181 males and 1,188 females. The village has 544 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,808 literate and 561 illiterate residents. Additionally, 386 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,369 | 1,181 | 1,188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 123 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 192 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,808 | 940 | 868 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 241 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Ghola
Ghola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khalatpur | South-West | 0.84 km |
| Rajbalhat (ct) | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Harihar Dwitiya | South | 1.69 km |
| Dihi Bhursut | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Asanda | West | 1.90 km |
| Rahimpur | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Baira Kurchi | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Hariharpur | South | 2.34 km |
| Dakshin Gultia | East | 2.37 km |
| Kurchi Binodbati | South | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghola
Ghola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bahir Khanda, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Tarakeswar to Ghola is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Ghola is about 46 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 Ghola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghola
Where is Ghola located?
Ghola village is located in Udaynarayanpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghola?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghola is Rampur-dihibhusut Asanda.
What is the pincode of Ghola?
The pincode of Ghola is 711408.
What is the population of Ghola?
Ghola has a total population of 2,369, including 1,181 males and 1,188 females.
How many households are there in Ghola?
There are 544 households in Ghola.
What is the literacy rate in Ghola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghola is 76.32%. Male literacy is 79.59% and female literacy is 73.06%.