Goran Bose - Basanti, South 24 Parganas
Goran Bose is a village situated in the Basanti subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.2 km from Sonakhali and around 78.3 km from Alipore. Bharatgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goran Bose village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goran Bose is 335117. The village covers a total geographical area of 1018.6 hectares and falls under the 743312 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Goran Bose village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basanti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goran Bose
As per Census 2011, Goran Bose village has a total population of 12,642 people, consisting of 6,425 males and 6,217 females. The village has 2,754 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,833 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,425 literate and 4,217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,632 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goran Bose are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,642 | 6,425 | 6,217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,833 | 920 | 913 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,632 | 2,346 | 2,286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 8,425 | 4,692 | 3,733 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,217 | 1,733 | 2,484 |
Nearby Villages of Goran Bose
Goran Bose 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kripa Khali | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Hiranmoypur | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Bharatgar | East | 3.46 km |
| Dongajora | West | 3.55 km |
| Nafarganj | South | 3.91 km |
| Purba Shyamnagar | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Ananda Abad | North-East | 4.88 km |
| Modhu Khali | North | 4.92 km |
| Mahespur | North-East | 5.20 km |
| Joygopalpur | East | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Goran Bose
Goran Bose is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Canning, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Goran Bose is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Goran Bose is about 78.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goran Bose
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goran Bose village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Goran Bose
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goran Bose 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 Goran Bose
Where is Goran Bose located?
Goran Bose village is located in Basanti Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goran Bose?
The Gram Panchayat of Goran Bose is Bharatgarh.
What is the pincode of Goran Bose?
The pincode of Goran Bose is 743312.
What is the population of Goran Bose?
Goran Bose has a total population of 12,642, including 6,425 males and 6,217 females.
How many households are there in Goran Bose?
There are 2,754 households in Goran Bose.
What is the literacy rate in Goran Bose?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goran Bose is 66.64%. Male literacy is 73.03% and female literacy is 60.05%.