Gobardhanpur - Deganga, North 24 Parganas
Gobardhanpur is a village situated in the Deganga subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.4 km from Deganga. Deganga-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobardhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobardhanpur is 323383. The village covers a total geographical area of 371.1 hectares and falls under the 743423 pincode. Barasat is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Gobardhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haroa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gobardhanpur
As per Census 2011, Gobardhanpur village has a total population of 3,985 people, consisting of 2,073 males and 1,912 females. The village has 892 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 601 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,272 literate and 1,713 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,336 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 239 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gobardhanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,985 | 2,073 | 1,912 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 601 | 315 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,336 | 713 | 623 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 239 | 122 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 2,272 | 1,293 | 979 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,713 | 780 | 933 |
Nearby Villages of Gobardhanpur
Gobardhanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telia | South | 1.16 km |
| Kalijug Biswanathpur | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Khordda | North | 1.69 km |
| Chak Kulia | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Krishnachandrapur | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Sathatia | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Parulia Madhabpur | North | 2.12 km |
| Gangulia | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Bajitpur | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Mahabbatpur | North | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gobardhanpur
Public transport in the Gobardhanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lebutala, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.5 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barasat to Gobardhanpur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobardhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobardhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gobardhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobardhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gobardhanpur
Where is Gobardhanpur located?
Gobardhanpur village is located in Deganga Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobardhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobardhanpur is Deganga-ii.
What is the pincode of Gobardhanpur?
The pincode of Gobardhanpur is 743423.
What is the population of Gobardhanpur?
Gobardhanpur has a total population of 3,985, including 2,073 males and 1,912 females.
How many households are there in Gobardhanpur?
There are 892 households in Gobardhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gobardhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobardhanpur is 57.01%. Male literacy is 62.37% and female literacy is 51.20%.