Gangarampur - Bishnupur - II, South 24 Parganas
Gangarampur is a village situated in the Bishnupur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.9 km from Bakrahat and around 23.5 km from Alipore. Gobindapur Kalicharanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangarampur is 333527. The village covers a total geographical area of 191.64 hectares and falls under the 743377 pincode. Calcutta is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gangarampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gangarampur
As per Census 2011, Gangarampur village has a total population of 4,016 people, consisting of 2,087 males and 1,929 females. The village has 884 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 487 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,826 literate and 1,190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangarampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,016 | 2,087 | 1,929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 487 | 256 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,148 | 580 | 568 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,826 | 1,565 | 1,261 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,190 | 522 | 668 |
Nearby Villages of Gangarampur
Gangarampur 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 Gangarampur
Gangarampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Calcutta to Gangarampur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gangarampur is about 23.5 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 Gangarampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangarampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gangarampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangarampur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gangarampur
Where is Gangarampur located?
Gangarampur village is located in Bishnupur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangarampur is Gobindapur Kalicharanpur.
What is the pincode of Gangarampur?
The pincode of Gangarampur is 743377.
What is the population of Gangarampur?
Gangarampur has a total population of 4,016, including 2,087 males and 1,929 females.
How many households are there in Gangarampur?
There are 884 households in Gangarampur.
What is the literacy rate in Gangarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangarampur is 70.37%. Male literacy is 74.99% and female literacy is 65.37%.