Ghotbani - Binpur - I, Jhargram
Ghotbani is a village situated in the Binpur - I subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.1 km from Binpur. Nepura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghotbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghotbani is 336063. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.94 hectares and falls under the 721504 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Ghotbani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghotbani
According to the 2011 Census, Ghotbani village had a total population of 9 people, including 4 males and 5 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.44%, with male literacy at 25.00% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Ghotbani
Ghotbani 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 Ghotbani
Public transport in the Ghotbani is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Ghotbani is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghotbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghotbani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghotbani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghotbani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghotbani
Where is Ghotbani located?
Ghotbani village is located in Binpur - I Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghotbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghotbani is Nepura.
What is the pincode of Ghotbani?
The pincode of Ghotbani is 721504.
What is the population of Ghotbani?
Ghotbani had a total population of 9, including 4 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Ghotbani?
Ghotbani had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghotbani was 44.44%. Male literacy was 25.00% and female literacy was 60.00%.