Ghoshpur

Ghoshpur is a village located in Khanakul I subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.5km away from sub-district headquarter Khanakul (tehsildar office) and 63.9km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Ghoshpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Ghoshpur has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ghoshpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghoshpur is 325818. The village spans a total geographical area of 1328.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712613. Arambag is nearest town to Ghoshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ghoshpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khanakul Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arambag Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Ghoshpur

Below is a concise population overview of Ghoshpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 19,014 9,838 9,176
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2,371 1,200 1,171
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,576 1,302 1,274
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 13,473 7,482 5,991
Illiterate Population 5,541 2,356 3,185

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghoshpur village:

  • The total population of Ghoshpur village is around 19,014, including approximately 9,838 males and 9,176 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2,371 children aged 0–6 years in Ghoshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghoshpur village has 2,576 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ghoshpur village is about 70.86%, with male literacy at 76.05% and female literacy at 65.29%.
  • There are around 4,039 households in Ghoshpur village.

Connectivity of Ghoshpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghoshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Ghoshpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghoshpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Ghoshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghoshpur.

Madanbati Mahishgot Ghashua Gangpur Pilkhan Paschim Ghoshpur Madhabkundu Paschim Thakurani Chak Purbba Thakurani Chak Sankarpur Duadanda

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghoshpur

Where is Ghoshpur located?
Ghoshpur village is situated in Khanakul I Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoshpur?
Ghoshpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ghoshpur?
The pincode of Ghoshpur is 712613, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghoshpur is 19,014, with 9,838 males and 9,176 females.
How many households are there in Ghoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghoshpur village has a total of 4,039 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghoshpur is 70.86%. The male literacy rate is 76.05%, while the female literacy rate is 65.29%.