Gobindapur - Bishnupur - II, South 24 Parganas
Gobindapur is a village situated in the Bishnupur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.4 km from Bakrahat and around 26.9 km from Alipore. Gobindapur Kalicharanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobindapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindapur is 333522. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.66 hectares and falls under the 743377 pincode. Calcutta is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gobindapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gobindapur
As per Census 2011, Gobindapur village has a total population of 5,588 people, consisting of 2,906 males and 2,682 females. The village has 1,267 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 614 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,054 literate and 1,534 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gobindapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,588 | 2,906 | 2,682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 614 | 325 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 226 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 4,054 | 2,267 | 1,787 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,534 | 639 | 895 |
Nearby Villages of Gobindapur
Gobindapur 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 Gobindapur
Gobindapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Calcutta to Gobindapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gobindapur is about 26.9 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 Gobindapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobindapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gobindapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobindapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gobindapur
Where is Gobindapur located?
Gobindapur village is located in Bishnupur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobindapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobindapur is Gobindapur Kalicharanpur.
What is the pincode of Gobindapur?
The pincode of Gobindapur is 743377.
What is the population of Gobindapur?
Gobindapur has a total population of 5,588, including 2,906 males and 2,682 females.
How many households are there in Gobindapur?
There are 1,267 households in Gobindapur.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindapur is 72.55%. Male literacy is 78.01% and female literacy is 66.63%.