Gopalnagar - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Gopalnagar is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.6 km from Bongaon and around 53.6 km from Barasat. Gopalnagar-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalnagar is 322613. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.02 hectares and falls under the 743262 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gopalnagar 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 Gopalnagar
As per Census 2011, Gopalnagar village has a total population of 2,174 people, consisting of 1,106 males and 1,068 females. The village has 530 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,688 literate and 486 illiterate residents. Additionally, 666 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,174 | 1,106 | 1,068 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 104 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 666 | 334 | 332 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,688 | 902 | 786 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 204 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalnagar
Gopalnagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shubha Ratnapur | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Barakpur | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Khamarkalla | West | 1.39 km |
| Dakshin Baliadanga | North | 1.68 km |
| Paschim Ramchandrapur | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Shrimantapur | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Sholka Durgapur | South | 2.41 km |
| Chalki | East | 2.46 km |
| Satbaria | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Sanakpur | West | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalnagar
Gopalnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. 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 45.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangaon to Gopalnagar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Gopalnagar is about 53.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopalnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopalnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gopalnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopalnagar 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Gopalnagar
Where is Gopalnagar located?
Gopalnagar village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalnagar is Gopalnagar-i.
What is the pincode of Gopalnagar?
The pincode of Gopalnagar is 743262.
What is the population of Gopalnagar?
Gopalnagar has a total population of 2,174, including 1,106 males and 1,068 females.
How many households are there in Gopalnagar?
There are 530 households in Gopalnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalnagar is 77.64%. Male literacy is 81.56% and female literacy is 73.60%.