Ghagrasol - Salbani, Paschim Medinipur
Ghagrasol is a village situated in the Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Lalgeria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghagrasol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghagrasol is 338833. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.48 hectares and falls under the 721147 pincode. Medinipur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Ghagrasol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghagrasol
According to the 2011 Census, Ghagrasol village had a total population of 102 people, including 51 males and 51 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.16%, with male literacy at 70.73% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 29 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 22 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Ghagrasol
Ghagrasol is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghagrasol
Ghagrasol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Medinipur to Ghagrasol is about 36 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 Ghagrasol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghagrasol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghagrasol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghagrasol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghagrasol
Where is Ghagrasol located?
Ghagrasol village is located in Salbani Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghagrasol?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghagrasol is Lalgeria.
What is the pincode of Ghagrasol?
The pincode of Ghagrasol is 721147.
What is the population of Ghagrasol?
Ghagrasol had a total population of 102, including 51 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Ghagrasol?
Ghagrasol had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghagrasol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghagrasol was 51.16%. Male literacy was 70.73% and female literacy was 33.33%.