Goal Bathan - Gaighata, North 24 Parganas
Goal Bathan is a village situated in the Gaighata subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.8 km from Gaighata and around 47.3 km from Barasat. Jhaudanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goal Bathan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goal Bathan is 322739. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.11 hectares and falls under the 743245 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Goal Bathan 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 Goal Bathan
According to the 2011 Census, Goal Bathan village had a total population of 1,712 people, including 902 males and 810 females, living in 410 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.57%, with male literacy at 86.59% and female literacy at 80.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 399.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,712 | 902 | 810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 82 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 216 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,307 | 710 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 192 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Goal Bathan
Goal Bathan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kahankia | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Malayapur | West | 1.63 km |
| Ramchandrapur | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Mahishakati | South | 1.90 km |
| Saruipur | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Jhaudanga | East | 1.93 km |
| Bhaduria | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Gadadharpur | North | 2.27 km |
| Noradaha | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Deopuli | North-West | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Goal Bathan
Goal Bathan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Champapukur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangaon to Goal Bathan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Goal Bathan is about 47.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goal Bathan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goal Bathan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Goal Bathan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goal Bathan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Goal Bathan
Where is Goal Bathan located?
Goal Bathan village is located in Gaighata Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goal Bathan?
The Gram Panchayat of Goal Bathan is Jhaudanga.
What is the pincode of Goal Bathan?
The pincode of Goal Bathan is 743245.
What is the population of Goal Bathan?
Goal Bathan had a total population of 1,712, including 902 males and 810 females.
How many households are there in Goal Bathan?
Goal Bathan had 410 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goal Bathan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goal Bathan was 83.57%. Male literacy was 86.59% and female literacy was 80.24%.