Gazirhat - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Gazirhat is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.6 km from Piyali and around 34.5 km from Alipore. Shankarpur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gazirhat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gazirhat is 333951. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.18 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gazirhat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gazirhat
According to the 2011 Census, Gazirhat village had a total population of 914 people, including 461 males and 453 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.83%, with male literacy at 97.39% and female literacy at 88.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 534.
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 | 914 | 461 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 39 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 534 | 268 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 411 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 50 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Gazirhat
Gazirhat 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 Gazirhat
Gazirhat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gazirhat.
| 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 Baruipur to Gazirhat is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gazirhat is about 34.5 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 Gazirhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gazirhat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gazirhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gazirhat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gazirhat
Where is Gazirhat located?
Gazirhat village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gazirhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Gazirhat is Shankarpur-i.
What is the pincode of Gazirhat?
The pincode of Gazirhat is 700144.
What is the population of Gazirhat?
Gazirhat had a total population of 914, including 461 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Gazirhat?
Gazirhat had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gazirhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gazirhat was 92.83%. Male literacy was 97.39% and female literacy was 88.19%.