Gopinathpur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Gopinathpur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.6 km from Bongaon and around 38.6 km from Barasat. Chawberia-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopinathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopinathpur is 322662. The village covers a total geographical area of 431.21 hectares and falls under the 743290 pincode. Bongaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gopinathpur 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 Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopinathpur
As per Census 2011, Gopinathpur village has a total population of 3,025 people, consisting of 1,514 males and 1,511 females. The village has 738 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,026 literate and 999 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopinathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,025 | 1,514 | 1,511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 155 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,137 | 568 | 569 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 60 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 2,026 | 1,115 | 911 |
| Illiterate Population | 999 | 399 | 600 |
Nearby Villages of Gopinathpur
Gopinathpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chauberia Chak | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Nera Gazipur | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Hingli | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Maraldanga | South | 2.37 km |
| Gazipur | East | 2.71 km |
| Ghonja | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Chauberia | North | 2.90 km |
| Hanspur | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Ukrah | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Subuddipur | West | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopinathpur
Gopinathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Simurali, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bongaon to Gopinathpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Gopinathpur is about 38.6 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopinathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopinathpur 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 Gopinathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopinathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopinathpur
Where is Gopinathpur located?
Gopinathpur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopinathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopinathpur is Chawberia-i.
What is the pincode of Gopinathpur?
The pincode of Gopinathpur is 743290.
What is the population of Gopinathpur?
Gopinathpur has a total population of 3,025, including 1,514 males and 1,511 females.
How many households are there in Gopinathpur?
There are 738 households in Gopinathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopinathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopinathpur is 66.98%. Male literacy is 73.65% and female literacy is 60.29%.