Gobrapur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Gobrapur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.3 km from Bongaon and around 62.4 km from Barasat. Gangrapota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobrapur is 322545. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.65 hectares and falls under the 743251 pincode. Bongaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gobrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gobrapur
As per Census 2011, Gobrapur village has a total population of 3,912 people, consisting of 2,030 males and 1,882 females. The village has 977 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,203 literate and 709 illiterate residents. Additionally, 900 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gobrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,912 | 2,030 | 1,882 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 177 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 900 | 465 | 435 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,203 | 1,694 | 1,509 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 336 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Gobrapur
Gobrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganrapota | North-East | 0.97 km |
| Keutipara | West | 1.05 km |
| Chanda | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Kamalapur | East | 1.69 km |
| Kundipur Jalkar | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Bharatpur | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Gainpur | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Kundipur | North | 2.13 km |
| Panchita | South | 2.38 km |
| Nakful | South-West | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gobrapur
Gobrapur 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 52.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gobrapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Gobrapur is about 62.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gobrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gobrapur
Where is Gobrapur located?
Gobrapur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobrapur is Gangrapota.
What is the pincode of Gobrapur?
The pincode of Gobrapur is 743251.
What is the population of Gobrapur?
Gobrapur has a total population of 3,912, including 2,030 males and 1,882 females.
How many households are there in Gobrapur?
There are 977 households in Gobrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Gobrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobrapur is 81.88%. Male literacy is 83.45% and female literacy is 80.18%.