Gobardhanpur - Mangolkote, Purba Bardhaman
Gobardhanpur is a village situated in the Mangolkote subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.7 km from Nutanhat and around 38.8 km from Barddhaman. Nigan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobardhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobardhanpur is 319157. The village covers a total geographical area of 825.1 hectares and falls under the 713143 pincode. Katwa is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Gobardhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gobardhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gobardhanpur village had a total population of 4,227 people, including 2,143 males and 2,084 females, living in 940 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.43%, with male literacy at 72.14% and female literacy at 56.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,377.
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 | 4,227 | 2,143 | 2,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 219 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,377 | 684 | 693 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,420 | 1,388 | 1,032 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,807 | 755 | 1,052 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belgram | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Jabagram | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Saota | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Dhenria | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Kasigram | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Palashi | East | 2.62 km |
| Mukundapur | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Selenda | South | 2.85 km |
| Bamungram | North | 3.10 km |
| Gohagram | West | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gobardhanpur
Gobardhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Balgona, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.4 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katwa to Gobardhanpur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barddhaman to Gobardhanpur is about 38.8 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 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Mangolkote Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobardhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobardhanpur is Nigan.
What is the pincode of Gobardhanpur?
The pincode of Gobardhanpur is 713143.
What is the population of Gobardhanpur?
Gobardhanpur had a total population of 4,227, including 2,143 males and 2,084 females.
How many households are there in Gobardhanpur?
Gobardhanpur had 940 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobardhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobardhanpur was 64.43%. Male literacy was 72.14% and female literacy was 56.33%.