Gutri - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Gutri is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.1 km from Canning and around 60.7 km from Alipore. Deuli-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gutri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gutri is 333825. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.8 hectares and falls under the 743376 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gutri 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 Gutri
As per Census 2011, Gutri village has a total population of 1,355 people, consisting of 718 males and 637 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 804 literate and 551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 753 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 263 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gutri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,355 | 718 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 97 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 753 | 388 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 263 | 148 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 804 | 468 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 250 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Gutri
Gutri 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 Gutri
Gutri 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 km |
| 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 Canning to Gutri is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gutri is about 60.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gutri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gutri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gutri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gutri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gutri
Where is Gutri located?
Gutri village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gutri?
The Gram Panchayat of Gutri is Deuli-ii.
What is the pincode of Gutri?
The pincode of Gutri is 743376.
What is the population of Gutri?
Gutri has a total population of 1,355, including 718 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Gutri?
There are 281 households in Gutri.
What is the literacy rate in Gutri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gutri is 59.34%. Male literacy is 65.18% and female literacy is 52.75%.