Garapota - Hanskhali, Nadia
Garapota is a village situated in the Hanskhali subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hanskhali and around 21.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Gajna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garapota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garapota is 321897. The village covers a total geographical area of 453.04 hectares and falls under the 741502 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Garapota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Krishnaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garapota
As per Census 2011, Garapota village has a total population of 8,068 people, consisting of 4,281 males and 3,787 females. The village has 1,821 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 826 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,119 literate and 1,949 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7,031 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garapota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,068 | 4,281 | 3,787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 826 | 449 | 377 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7,031 | 3,722 | 3,309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 6,119 | 3,442 | 2,677 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,949 | 839 | 1,110 |
Nearby Villages of Garapota
Garapota is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shyamnagar | East | 1.28 km |
| Sibchandrpur | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Kautaknagar | West | 1.89 km |
| Naoda Kamalpur | North | 2.05 km |
| Purba Harindanga | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Chupria | South | 2.22 km |
| Mayurhat | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Bhabanipur | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Chunari | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Sanatanur | East | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garapota
Garapota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mayurhat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Garapota is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Garapota is about 21.4 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garapota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garapota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garapota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garapota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garapota
Where is Garapota located?
Garapota village is located in Hanskhali Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garapota?
The Gram Panchayat of Garapota is Gajna.
What is the pincode of Garapota?
The pincode of Garapota is 741502.
What is the population of Garapota?
Garapota has a total population of 8,068, including 4,281 males and 3,787 females.
How many households are there in Garapota?
There are 1,821 households in Garapota.
What is the literacy rate in Garapota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garapota is 75.84%. Male literacy is 80.40% and female literacy is 70.69%.