Gocharan - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Gocharan is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.7 km from Piyali and around 34.6 km from Alipore. Shankarpur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gocharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gocharan is 333956. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.29 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gocharan 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 Gocharan
According to the 2011 Census, Gocharan village had a total population of 1,147 people, including 585 males and 562 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.50%, with male literacy at 74.51% and female literacy at 60.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 580.
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 | 1,147 | 585 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 71 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 580 | 304 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 383 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 202 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Gocharan
Gocharan 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 Gocharan
Gocharan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Gocharan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gocharan is about 34.6 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 Gocharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gocharan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gocharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gocharan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gocharan
Where is Gocharan located?
Gocharan village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gocharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gocharan is Shankarpur-ii.
What is the pincode of Gocharan?
The pincode of Gocharan is 700144.
What is the population of Gocharan?
Gocharan had a total population of 1,147, including 585 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Gocharan?
Gocharan had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gocharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gocharan was 67.50%. Male literacy was 74.51% and female literacy was 60.04%.