Gabrudanga - Karimpur - I, Nadia
Gabrudanga is a village situated in the Karimpur - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karimpur and around 75.1 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Karimpur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gabrudanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gabrudanga is 321088. The village covers a total geographical area of 572.29 hectares and falls under the 741152 pincode. Bahrampur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Gabrudanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gabrudanga
As per Census 2011, Gabrudanga village has a total population of 4,365 people, consisting of 2,306 males and 2,059 females. The village has 1,155 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 454 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,788 literate and 1,577 illiterate residents. Additionally, 779 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gabrudanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,365 | 2,306 | 2,059 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 454 | 242 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 779 | 400 | 379 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | - | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,788 | 1,505 | 1,283 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,577 | 801 | 776 |
Nearby Villages of Gabrudanga
Gabrudanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madhaya Gopalpur | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Kalabaria | East | 2.06 km |
| Malintala | West | 2.16 km |
| Chak Natna | East | 2.42 km |
| Chak Gandharajpur | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Patabukahuda | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Majlispur | East | 3.20 km |
| Senpara | West | 3.26 km |
| Chak Brajala | East | 3.37 km |
| Huda Gopirampur | South | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gabrudanga
Gabrudanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Beldanga, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahrampur to Gabrudanga is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Gabrudanga is about 75.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gabrudanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gabrudanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gabrudanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gabrudanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gabrudanga
Where is Gabrudanga located?
Gabrudanga village is located in Karimpur - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gabrudanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Gabrudanga is Karimpur-i.
What is the pincode of Gabrudanga?
The pincode of Gabrudanga is 741152.
What is the population of Gabrudanga?
Gabrudanga has a total population of 4,365, including 2,306 males and 2,059 females.
How many households are there in Gabrudanga?
There are 1,155 households in Gabrudanga.
What is the literacy rate in Gabrudanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gabrudanga is 63.87%. Male literacy is 65.26% and female literacy is 62.31%.