Gayespur - Santipur, Nadia
Gayespur is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 26.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Gayeshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gayespur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gayespur is 321920. The village covers a total geographical area of 419.45 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gayespur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gayespur
As per Census 2011, Gayespur village has a total population of 5,247 people, consisting of 2,683 males and 2,564 females. The village has 1,240 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 686 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,823 literate and 2,424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,319 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gayespur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,247 | 2,683 | 2,564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 686 | 347 | 339 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,319 | 664 | 655 |
| Literate Population | 2,823 | 1,568 | 1,255 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,424 | 1,115 | 1,309 |
Nearby Villages of Gayespur
Gayespur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Media | North | 1.50 km |
| Char Malatipura | West | 1.67 km |
| Nutanmath Bholadanga | North | 2.20 km |
| Panpara | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Bholadanga | North | 2.42 km |
| Gramkalna | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Mrijapur | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Malatipur | West | 2.86 km |
| Chak Bholadanga | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Piarinagar (ct) | South-West | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gayespur
Gayespur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhatrigram, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santipur to Gayespur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Gayespur is about 24 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 Gayespur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gayespur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gayespur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gayespur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gayespur
Where is Gayespur located?
Gayespur village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gayespur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gayespur is Gayeshpur.
What is the pincode of Gayespur?
The pincode of Gayespur is 741404.
What is the population of Gayespur?
Gayespur has a total population of 5,247, including 2,683 males and 2,564 females.
How many households are there in Gayespur?
There are 1,240 households in Gayespur.
What is the literacy rate in Gayespur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gayespur is 53.80%. Male literacy is 58.44% and female literacy is 48.95%.