Gobra

Gobra is a village located in Bhagawangola I subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Bhagawangola are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gobra village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kuthirampur is the gram panchayat of Gobra village.

Here you can discover what makes Gobra unique in its vibrant Bhagawangola I-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Gobra’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 Gobra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gobra is 314470. The village spans a total geographical area of 174.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742135. Jiaganj is nearest town to Gobra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gobra 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 Bhagabangola Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Murshidabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Gobra

Population of Gobra

According to the 2011 Census, Gobra has a total population of about 3,604, with approximately 1,831 males and 1,773 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 535 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 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 56.77%, with male literacy at about 59.42% and female literacy near 54.03%. There are around 820 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gobra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Gobra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gobra. As per the 2011 stats, Gobra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Gobra

Knowing the nearby villages of Gobra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gobra.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gobra