Garanbaria - Bhangar - I, South 24 Parganas
Garanbaria is a village situated in the Bhangar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20 km from Gobindapur and around 32.7 km from Alipore. Durgapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garanbaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garanbaria is 333662. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.01 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Sanarpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Garanbaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garanbaria
As per Census 2011, Garanbaria village has a total population of 2,902 people, consisting of 1,490 males and 1,412 females. The village has 680 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 441 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,841 literate and 1,061 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,486 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garanbaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,902 | 1,490 | 1,412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 216 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,486 | 757 | 729 |
| Literate Population | 1,841 | 1,072 | 769 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,061 | 418 | 643 |
Nearby Villages of Garanbaria
Garanbaria 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 Garanbaria
Public transport in the Garanbaria is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garanbaria.
| 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 Sanarpur to Garanbaria is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Garanbaria is about 32.7 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 Garanbaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garanbaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garanbaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garanbaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garanbaria
Where is Garanbaria located?
Garanbaria village is located in Bhangar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garanbaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Garanbaria is Durgapur.
What is the pincode of Garanbaria?
The pincode of Garanbaria is 743502.
What is the population of Garanbaria?
Garanbaria has a total population of 2,902, including 1,490 males and 1,412 females.
How many households are there in Garanbaria?
There are 680 households in Garanbaria.
What is the literacy rate in Garanbaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garanbaria is 63.44%. Male literacy is 71.95% and female literacy is 54.46%.