Gandabaria - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Gandabaria is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from Sarisha and around 45 km from Alipore. Mathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandabaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandabaria is 334434. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.25 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gandabaria 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 Gandabaria
As per Census 2011, Gandabaria village has a total population of 1,047 people, consisting of 522 males and 525 females. The village has 250 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 713 literate and 334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 293 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandabaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,047 | 522 | 525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 131 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 713 | 383 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 139 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Gandabaria
Gandabaria 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 Gandabaria
Public transport in the Gandabaria is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gandabaria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Gandabaria is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gandabaria is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandabaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandabaria 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 Gandabaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandabaria 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gandabaria
Where is Gandabaria located?
Gandabaria village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandabaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandabaria is Mathur.
What is the pincode of Gandabaria?
The pincode of Gandabaria is 743330.
What is the population of Gandabaria?
Gandabaria has a total population of 1,047, including 522 males and 525 females.
How many households are there in Gandabaria?
There are 250 households in Gandabaria.
What is the literacy rate in Gandabaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandabaria is 68.10%. Male literacy is 73.37% and female literacy is 62.86%.