Garibpur - Tehatta - I, Nadia
Garibpur is a village situated in the Tehatta - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehatta and around 42.8 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Natna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garibpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garibpur is 321242. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.24 hectares and falls under the 741160 pincode. Krishna Nagar is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Garibpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehatta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garibpur
As per Census 2011, Garibpur village has a total population of 2,934 people, consisting of 1,521 males and 1,413 females. The village has 739 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,876 literate and 1,058 illiterate residents. Additionally, 391 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garibpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,934 | 1,521 | 1,413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 132 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 391 | 201 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 1,876 | 1,012 | 864 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,058 | 509 | 549 |
Nearby Villages of Garibpur
Garibpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopalpur | East | 1.89 km |
| Haulia | South | 1.89 km |
| Chhatina | North | 1.98 km |
| Chak Jaliapara | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Ramjibanpur | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Tehatta | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Natna | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Jitpur | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Bagakhali | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Sahapur | North-East | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garibpur
Garibpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bethuadahari, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.0 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 Krishna Nagar to Garibpur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Garibpur is about 42.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garibpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garibpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garibpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garibpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garibpur
Where is Garibpur located?
Garibpur village is located in Tehatta - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garibpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Garibpur is Natna.
What is the pincode of Garibpur?
The pincode of Garibpur is 741160.
What is the population of Garibpur?
Garibpur has a total population of 2,934, including 1,521 males and 1,413 females.
How many households are there in Garibpur?
There are 739 households in Garibpur.
What is the literacy rate in Garibpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garibpur is 63.94%. Male literacy is 66.54% and female literacy is 61.15%.