Ganganandapur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Ganganandapur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.7 km from Bongaon and around 68.6 km from Barasat. Ganganandapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganganandapur is 322585. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.93 hectares and falls under the 743251 pincode. Bongaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ganganandapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganganandapur
As per Census 2011, Ganganandapur village has a total population of 1,853 people, consisting of 934 males and 919 females. The village has 440 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,404 literate and 449 illiterate residents. Additionally, 809 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganganandapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,853 | 934 | 919 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 93 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 809 | 409 | 400 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,404 | 750 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 184 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Ganganandapur
Ganganandapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalyanpur | West | 0.93 km |
| Magurkhali | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Arsali | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Chitrangapur | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Ambikapur Mamudpur | South | 1.77 km |
| Goalbagi | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Makra | North | 2.05 km |
| Thoara | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Bikrampur | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Gazipur | East | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganganandapur
Ganganandapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aranghata, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.9 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 Bongaon to Ganganandapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Ganganandapur is about 68.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganganandapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganganandapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ganganandapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganganandapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ganganandapur
Where is Ganganandapur located?
Ganganandapur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganganandapur?
Ganganandapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganganandapur?
The pincode of Ganganandapur is 743251.
What is the population of Ganganandapur?
Ganganandapur has a total population of 1,853, including 934 males and 919 females.
How many households are there in Ganganandapur?
There are 440 households in Ganganandapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ganganandapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganganandapur is 75.77%. Male literacy is 80.30% and female literacy is 71.16%.