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.
Here you can discover what makes Ghoshpur unique in its vibrant Khanakul I-Hugli region. You’ll see Ghoshpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Ghoshpur
Population of Ghoshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ghoshpur has a total population of about 19,014, with approximately 9,838 males and 9,176 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,371 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,576 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.86%, with male literacy at about 76.05% and female literacy near 65.29%. There are around 4,039 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghoshpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.