Gazipur - Bishnupur - II, South 24 Parganas
Gazipur is a village situated in the Bishnupur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.5 km from Bakrahat and around 22.7 km from Alipore. Nahajari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gazipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gazipur is 333492. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.3 hectares and falls under the 743377 pincode. Calcutta is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gazipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gazipur
As per Census 2011, Gazipur village has a total population of 3,750 people, consisting of 1,886 males and 1,864 females. The village has 852 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 443 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,681 literate and 1,069 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gazipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,750 | 1,886 | 1,864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 224 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 85 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 2,681 | 1,446 | 1,235 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,069 | 440 | 629 |
Nearby Villages of Gazipur
Gazipur 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 Gazipur
Gazipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Calcutta to Gazipur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gazipur is about 22.7 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 Gazipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gazipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gazipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gazipur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gazipur
Where is Gazipur located?
Gazipur village is located in Bishnupur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gazipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gazipur is Nahajari.
What is the pincode of Gazipur?
The pincode of Gazipur is 743377.
What is the population of Gazipur?
Gazipur has a total population of 3,750, including 1,886 males and 1,864 females.
How many households are there in Gazipur?
There are 852 households in Gazipur.
What is the literacy rate in Gazipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gazipur is 71.49%. Male literacy is 76.67% and female literacy is 66.26%.