Gazipur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Gazipur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.2 km from Bongaon and around 65 km from Barasat. Ganganandapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gazipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gazipur is 322587. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.1 hectares and falls under the 743251 pincode. Bongaon is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Gazipur 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 Gazipur
As per Census 2011, Gazipur village has a total population of 2,515 people, consisting of 1,308 males and 1,207 females. The village has 627 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,905 literate and 610 illiterate residents. Additionally, 473 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gazipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,515 | 1,308 | 1,207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 119 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 255 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,905 | 1,045 | 860 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 263 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Gazipur
Gazipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambarpur | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Gobindapur | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Ambikapur Mamudpur | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Magurkhali | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Thoara | North | 2.44 km |
| Ganganandapur | West | 2.44 km |
| Dakshin Panchpota | South | 2.72 km |
| Mahatpur | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Bharatpur | East | 2.94 km |
| Chitrangapur | West | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gazipur
Gazipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Aranghata, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bongaon to Gazipur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Gazipur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gazipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gazipur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gazipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gazipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gazipur
Where is Gazipur located?
Gazipur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gazipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gazipur is Ganganandapur.
What is the pincode of Gazipur?
The pincode of Gazipur is 743251.
What is the population of Gazipur?
Gazipur has a total population of 2,515, including 1,308 males and 1,207 females.
How many households are there in Gazipur?
There are 627 households in Gazipur.
What is the literacy rate in Gazipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gazipur is 75.75%. Male literacy is 79.89% and female literacy is 71.25%.