Ghoshpur Baora - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Ghoshpur Baora is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.6 km from Piyali and around 25 km from Alipore. South Garia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoshpur Baora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoshpur Baora is 333899. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.52 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ghoshpur Baora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoshpur Baora
As per Census 2011, Ghoshpur Baora village has a total population of 2,220 people, consisting of 1,162 males and 1,058 females. The village has 547 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,804 literate and 416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoshpur Baora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,220 | 1,162 | 1,058 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 106 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,134 | 589 | 545 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,804 | 1,003 | 801 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 159 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoshpur Baora
Ghoshpur Baora 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 Ghoshpur Baora
Ghoshpur Baora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ghoshpur Baora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Ghoshpur Baora is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Ghoshpur Baora is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoshpur Baora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoshpur Baora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghoshpur Baora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoshpur Baora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghoshpur Baora
Where is Ghoshpur Baora located?
Ghoshpur Baora village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoshpur Baora?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoshpur Baora is South Garia.
What is the pincode of Ghoshpur Baora?
The pincode of Ghoshpur Baora is 700144.
What is the population of Ghoshpur Baora?
Ghoshpur Baora has a total population of 2,220, including 1,162 males and 1,058 females.
How many households are there in Ghoshpur Baora?
There are 547 households in Ghoshpur Baora.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoshpur Baora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoshpur Baora is 81.26%. Male literacy is 86.32% and female literacy is 75.71%.