Gobindapur - Sankrail, Jhargram
Gobindapur is a village situated in the Sankrail subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Chhatri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobindapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindapur is 341258. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.2 hectares and falls under the 721516 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gobindapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gobindapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gobindapur village had a total population of 690 people, including 344 males and 346 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.35%, with male literacy at 91.47% and female literacy at 79.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 690 | 344 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 268 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 76 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Gobindapur
Gobindapur 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 Gobindapur
Gobindapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Gobindapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobindapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobindapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gobindapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobindapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gobindapur
Where is Gobindapur located?
Gobindapur village is located in Sankrail Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobindapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobindapur is Chhatri.
What is the pincode of Gobindapur?
The pincode of Gobindapur is 721516.
What is the population of Gobindapur?
Gobindapur had a total population of 690, including 344 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Gobindapur?
Gobindapur had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindapur was 85.35%. Male literacy was 91.47% and female literacy was 79.40%.