Gadkhali - Basanti, South 24 Parganas
Gadkhali is a village situated in the Basanti subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.9 km from Sonakhali and around 75 km from Alipore. Maszidbati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadkhali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadkhali is 335088. The village covers a total geographical area of 552.09 hectares and falls under the 743312 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Gadkhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gosaba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadkhali
As per Census 2011, Gadkhali village has a total population of 4,685 people, consisting of 2,395 males and 2,290 females. The village has 1,067 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 637 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,901 literate and 1,784 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,098 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadkhali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,685 | 2,395 | 2,290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 637 | 325 | 312 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,098 | 1,087 | 1,011 |
| Literate Population | 2,901 | 1,686 | 1,215 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,784 | 709 | 1,075 |
Nearby Villages of Gadkhali
Gadkhali 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 Gadkhali
Gadkhali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Canning to Gadkhali is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gadkhali is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadkhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadkhali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gadkhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadkhali 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 Gadkhali
Where is Gadkhali located?
Gadkhali village is located in Basanti Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadkhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadkhali is Maszidbati.
What is the pincode of Gadkhali?
The pincode of Gadkhali is 743312.
What is the population of Gadkhali?
Gadkhali has a total population of 4,685, including 2,395 males and 2,290 females.
How many households are there in Gadkhali?
There are 1,067 households in Gadkhali.
What is the literacy rate in Gadkhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadkhali is 61.92%. Male literacy is 70.40% and female literacy is 53.06%.