Gagankalia - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Gagankalia is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6 km from Sarisha and around 41.4 km from Alipore. Kalatalahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gagankalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagankalia is 334439. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.12 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gagankalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Falta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gagankalia
According to the 2011 Census, Gagankalia village had a total population of 937 people, including 490 males and 447 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.37%, with male literacy at 84.43% and female literacy at 67.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 882.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 937 | 490 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 66 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 882 | 460 | 422 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 627 | 358 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 132 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Gagankalia
Gagankalia 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 Gagankalia
Gagankalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Diamond Harbour to Gagankalia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gagankalia is about 41.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gagankalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagankalia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gagankalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagankalia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gagankalia
Where is Gagankalia located?
Gagankalia village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagankalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagankalia is Kalatalahat.
What is the pincode of Gagankalia?
The pincode of Gagankalia is 743330.
What is the population of Gagankalia?
Gagankalia had a total population of 937, including 490 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Gagankalia?
Gagankalia had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagankalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagankalia was 76.37%. Male literacy was 84.43% and female literacy was 67.76%.