Paschim Ghoshpur
Paschim Ghoshpur is a village located in Khanakul I subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.3km away from sub-district headquarter Khanakul (tehsildar office) and 73.2km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Ghoshpur is the gram panchayat of Paschim Ghoshpur village.
Paschim 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 Paschim Ghoshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paschim Ghoshpur is 325819. The village spans a total geographical area of 138.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712613. Arambag is nearest town to Paschim Ghoshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Paschim 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 Paschim Ghoshpur
Population of Paschim Ghoshpur
Below is a concise population overview of Paschim Ghoshpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,846 | 1,493 | 1,353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 185 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 147 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,115 | 1,198 | 917 |
| Illiterate Population | 731 | 295 | 436 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paschim Ghoshpur village:
- The total population of Paschim Ghoshpur village is around 2,846, including approximately 1,493 males and 1,353 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 346 children aged 0–6 years in Paschim Ghoshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Paschim Ghoshpur village has 289 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Paschim Ghoshpur village is about 74.31%, with male literacy at 80.24% and female literacy at 67.78%.
- There are around 657 households in Paschim Ghoshpur village.
Connectivity of Paschim Ghoshpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paschim Ghoshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Paschim 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 Paschim Ghoshpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Paschim Ghoshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paschim Ghoshpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paschim Ghoshpur
- Where is Paschim Ghoshpur located?
- Paschim Ghoshpur village is situated in Khanakul I Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paschim Ghoshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Ghoshpur is Ghoshpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Paschim Ghoshpur?
- The pincode of Paschim Ghoshpur is 712613, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paschim Ghoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paschim Ghoshpur is 2,846, with 1,493 males and 1,353 females.
- How many households are there in Paschim Ghoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paschim Ghoshpur village has a total of 657 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paschim Ghoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paschim Ghoshpur is 74.31%. The male literacy rate is 80.24%, while the female literacy rate is 67.78%.