Gobindapur - Manikchak, Malda
Gobindapur is a village situated in the Manikchak subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.8 km from Manikchak and around 27.9 km from English Bazar. Manikchak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobindapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindapur is 313511. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.08 hectares and falls under the 732202 pincode. English Bazar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gobindapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gobindapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gobindapur village had a total population of 1,323 people, including 705 males and 618 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.15%, with male literacy at 72.54% and female literacy at 56.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 456.
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 | 1,323 | 705 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 126 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 456 | 249 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 718 | 420 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 605 | 285 | 320 |
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
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from English Bazar to Gobindapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Gobindapur is about 27.9 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Gobindapur
Where is Gobindapur located?
Gobindapur village is located in Manikchak Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gobindapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobindapur is Manikchak.
What is the pincode of Gobindapur?
The pincode of Gobindapur is 732202.
What is the population of Gobindapur?
Gobindapur had a total population of 1,323, including 705 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Gobindapur?
Gobindapur had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindapur was 65.15%. Male literacy was 72.54% and female literacy was 56.98%.