Goragachha - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Goragachha is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.9 km from Sarisha and around 44.3 km from Alipore. Mathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goragachha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goragachha is 334438. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.52 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Goragachha 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 Goragachha
According to the 2011 Census, Goragachha village had a total population of 1,256 people, including 668 males and 588 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.24%, with male literacy at 79.18% and female literacy at 73.01%.
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 | 1,256 | 668 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 130 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 783 | 426 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 242 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Goragachha
Goragachha 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 Goragachha
Public transport in the Goragachha is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Goragachha.
| 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 Goragachha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Goragachha is about 44.3 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 Goragachha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goragachha 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 Goragachha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goragachha 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 Goragachha
Where is Goragachha located?
Goragachha village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goragachha?
The Gram Panchayat of Goragachha is Mathur.
What is the pincode of Goragachha?
The pincode of Goragachha is 743330.
What is the population of Goragachha?
Goragachha had a total population of 1,256, including 668 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Goragachha?
Goragachha had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goragachha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goragachha was 76.24%. Male literacy was 79.18% and female literacy was 73.01%.