Garibpur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Garibpur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.5 km from Bongaon and around 57 km from Barasat. Akaipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garibpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garibpur is 322595. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.26 hectares and falls under the 743710 pincode. Bongaon is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Bangaon Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garibpur
As per Census 2011, Garibpur village has a total population of 1,839 people, consisting of 920 males and 919 females. The village has 441 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,147 literate and 692 illiterate residents. Additionally, 871 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 420 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garibpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,839 | 920 | 919 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 81 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 871 | 429 | 442 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 420 | 212 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 1,147 | 645 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 692 | 275 | 417 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chamta | North | 1.12 km |
| Chhatni | South | 1.24 km |
| Byaspur | East | 1.24 km |
| Gourisail | West | 1.31 km |
| Kamdebpur | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Purba Simulia | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Dwarbasini | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Panpara | East | 2.31 km |
| Adityapur | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Gangsara | West | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garibpur
Garibpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranaghat Junction, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bongaon to Garibpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Garibpur is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garibpur
Where is Garibpur located?
Garibpur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garibpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Garibpur is Akaipur.
What is the pincode of Garibpur?
The pincode of Garibpur is 743710.
What is the population of Garibpur?
Garibpur has a total population of 1,839, including 920 males and 919 females.
How many households are there in Garibpur?
There are 441 households in Garibpur.
What is the literacy rate in Garibpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garibpur is 62.37%. Male literacy is 70.11% and female literacy is 54.62%.