Gabrupur - Manteswar, Purba Bardhaman
Gabrupur is a village situated in the Manteswar subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.8 km from Manteswar. Majhergram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gabrupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gabrupur is 319756. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.64 hectares and falls under the 713422 pincode. Memari is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Gabrupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Monteswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gabrupur
As per Census 2011, Gabrupur village has a total population of 1,220 people, consisting of 604 males and 616 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 889 literate and 331 illiterate residents. Additionally, 341 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gabrupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,220 | 604 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 63 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 341 | 175 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 889 | 467 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 137 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Gabrupur
Gabrupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhandar Bati | West | 0.66 km |
| Mahishanga | East | 1.28 km |
| Dewangadi | West | 1.49 km |
| Basatpur | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Piagram | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Ashuri | North | 1.71 km |
| Mahishpur | East | 1.72 km |
| Prasadpur | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Bhelia | West | 2.39 km |
| Murulia | North-West | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gabrupur
Gabrupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhatrigram, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Memari to Gabrupur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gabrupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gabrupur 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gabrupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gabrupur 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 Gabrupur
Where is Gabrupur located?
Gabrupur village is located in Manteswar Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gabrupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gabrupur is Majhergram.
What is the pincode of Gabrupur?
The pincode of Gabrupur is 713422.
What is the population of Gabrupur?
Gabrupur has a total population of 1,220, including 604 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Gabrupur?
There are 254 households in Gabrupur.
What is the literacy rate in Gabrupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gabrupur is 72.87%. Male literacy is 77.32% and female literacy is 68.51%.