Gazipur
Gazipur is a village located in Bongaon subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.2km away from sub-district headquarter Bongaon (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Ganganandapur is the gram panchayat of Gazipur village.
Here you can discover what makes Gazipur unique in its vibrant Bongaon-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Gazipur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gazipur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gazipur is 322587. The village spans a total geographical area of 333.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743251. Bongaon is nearest town to Gazipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Gazipur
Population of Gazipur
According to the 2011 Census, Gazipur has a total population of about 2,515, with approximately 1,308 males and 1,207 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 473 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.75%, with male literacy at about 79.89% and female literacy near 71.25%. There are around 627 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gazipur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,515 | 1,308 | 1,207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 119 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 255 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,905 | 1,045 | 860 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 263 | 347 |
Connectivity of Gazipur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gazipur. As per the 2011 stats, Gazipur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gazipur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gazipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gazipur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gazipur
- Where is Gazipur located?
- Gazipur village is situated in Bongaon Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gazipur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gazipur is Ganganandapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gazipur?
- The pincode of Gazipur is 743251, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gazipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gazipur is 2,515, with 1,308 males and 1,207 females.
- How many households are there in Gazipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gazipur village has a total of 627 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gazipur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gazipur is 75.75%. The male literacy rate is 79.89%, while the female literacy rate is 71.25%.