Gobindapur - Santipur, Nadia
Gobindapur is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 15.8 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Babla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobindapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindapur is 321937. The village covers a total geographical area of 786.19 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Gobindapur 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 Gobindapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gobindapur village had a total population of 16,632 people, including 8,675 males and 7,957 females, living in 4,031 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.81%, with male literacy at 83.92% and female literacy at 73.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,189, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 903.
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 | 16,632 | 8,675 | 7,957 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,550 | 782 | 768 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,189 | 1,653 | 1,536 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 903 | 482 | 421 |
| Literate Population | 11,886 | 6,624 | 5,262 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,746 | 2,051 | 2,695 |
Nearby Villages of Gobindapur
Gobindapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panchpota | North | 1.72 km |
| Bankdebipur (p) | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Arpara | East | 2.32 km |
| Karanchapali | West | 2.41 km |
| Kulia | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Bagdia | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Raghunathpur | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Goalpara | North | 3.20 km |
| Baliadanga | North | 3.38 km |
| Kanakhola | South-East | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gobindapur
Gobindapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shantipur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santipur to Gobindapur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Gobindapur is about 15.8 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 Gobindapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobindapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gobindapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobindapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gobindapur
Where is Gobindapur located?
Gobindapur village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobindapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobindapur is Babla.
What is the pincode of Gobindapur?
The pincode of Gobindapur is 741404.
What is the population of Gobindapur?
Gobindapur had a total population of 16,632, including 8,675 males and 7,957 females.
How many households are there in Gobindapur?
Gobindapur had 4,031 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindapur was 78.81%. Male literacy was 83.92% and female literacy was 73.20%.