Ghosalpur - Barasat - II, North 24 Parganas
Ghosalpur is a village situated in the Barasat - II subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 26.4 km from Krishnapur. Falti Beliaghata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghosalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghosalpur is 323294. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.54 hectares and falls under the 743247 pincode. Barasat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ghosalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haroa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghosalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ghosalpur village had a total population of 1,412 people, including 726 males and 686 females, living in 308 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.17%, with male literacy at 83.20% and female literacy at 60.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 588.
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 | 1,412 | 726 | 686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 101 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 588 | 296 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 879 | 520 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 533 | 206 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Ghosalpur
Ghosalpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghosalpur
Ghosalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Ghosalpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barasat to Ghosalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghosalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghosalpur 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 Ghosalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghosalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghosalpur
Where is Ghosalpur located?
Ghosalpur village is located in Barasat - II Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghosalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghosalpur is Falti Beliaghata.
What is the pincode of Ghosalpur?
The pincode of Ghosalpur is 743247.
What is the population of Ghosalpur?
Ghosalpur had a total population of 1,412, including 726 males and 686 females.
How many households are there in Ghosalpur?
Ghosalpur had 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghosalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghosalpur was 72.17%. Male literacy was 83.20% and female literacy was 60.54%.