Garagohalia - Haringhata, Nadia
Garagohalia is a village situated in the Haringhata subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Subarnapur and around 59.7 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Fatepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garagohalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garagohalia is 322386. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.72 hectares and falls under the 741249 pincode. Kalyani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Garagohalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garagohalia
According to the 2011 Census, Garagohalia village had a total population of 489 people, including 264 males and 225 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.30%, with male literacy at 75.98% and female literacy at 63.86%.
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 | 489 | 264 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 174 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 90 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Garagohalia
Garagohalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baliadanga | East | 0.49 km |
| Fatepur | North-West | 1.08 km |
| Dakshin Datta Para | North-East | 1.21 km |
| Dhopagachi | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Baruni | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Hari Puknaria | East | 1.64 km |
| Bamanpara | South | 1.71 km |
| Bansbana | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Mali Danga | South | 2.24 km |
| Malpara | South-East | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garagohalia
Public transport in the Garagohalia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kalyani to Garagohalia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Garagohalia is about 59.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garagohalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garagohalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garagohalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garagohalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garagohalia
Where is Garagohalia located?
Garagohalia village is located in Haringhata Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garagohalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Garagohalia is Fatepur.
What is the pincode of Garagohalia?
The pincode of Garagohalia is 741249.
What is the population of Garagohalia?
Garagohalia had a total population of 489, including 264 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Garagohalia?
Garagohalia had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garagohalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garagohalia was 70.30%. Male literacy was 75.98% and female literacy was 63.86%.