Purba Gobindapur - Diamond Harbour - I, South 24 Parganas
Purba Gobindapur is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.7 km from Diamond Harbour and around 47.8 km from Alipore. Bolsiddhi Kalinagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Gobindapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Gobindapur is 334342. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.99 hectares and falls under the 743331 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Purba Gobindapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Gobindapur
As per Census 2011, Purba Gobindapur village has a total population of 1,253 people, consisting of 650 males and 603 females. The village has 292 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 796 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 826 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Gobindapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,253 | 650 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 75 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 826 | 430 | 396 |
| Literate Population | 796 | 470 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 180 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Gobindapur
Purba 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 Purba Gobindapur
Purba Gobindapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Purba Gobindapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Purba Gobindapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purba Gobindapur is about 47.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Gobindapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Gobindapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purba 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 Purba 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purba Gobindapur
Where is Purba Gobindapur located?
Purba Gobindapur village is located in Diamond Harbour - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Gobindapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Gobindapur is Bolsiddhi Kalinagar.
What is the pincode of Purba Gobindapur?
The pincode of Purba Gobindapur is 743331.
What is the population of Purba Gobindapur?
Purba Gobindapur has a total population of 1,253, including 650 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Purba Gobindapur?
There are 292 households in Purba Gobindapur.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Gobindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Gobindapur is 63.53%. Male literacy is 72.31% and female literacy is 54.06%.