Pashchim Gobindapur - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Pashchim Gobindapur 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 Pashchim Gobindapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pashchim Gobindapur is 334447. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.31 hectares and falls under the 743336 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pashchim 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 Pashchim Gobindapur
As per Census 2011, Pashchim Gobindapur village has a total population of 1,931 people, consisting of 979 males and 952 females. The village has 485 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,312 literate and 619 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,752 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pashchim Gobindapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,931 | 979 | 952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 83 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,752 | 888 | 864 |
| Literate Population | 1,312 | 733 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 246 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Pashchim Gobindapur
Pashchim 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 Pashchim Gobindapur
Pashchim Gobindapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Pashchim Gobindapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pashchim Gobindapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Pashchim Gobindapur 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 Pashchim Gobindapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pashchim 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pashchim 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 Pashchim Gobindapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pashchim Gobindapur
Where is Pashchim Gobindapur located?
Pashchim Gobindapur village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pashchim Gobindapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pashchim Gobindapur is Mathur.
What is the pincode of Pashchim Gobindapur?
The pincode of Pashchim Gobindapur is 743336.
What is the population of Pashchim Gobindapur?
Pashchim Gobindapur has a total population of 1,931, including 979 males and 952 females.
How many households are there in Pashchim Gobindapur?
There are 485 households in Pashchim Gobindapur.
What is the literacy rate in Pashchim Gobindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pashchim Gobindapur is 67.94%. Male literacy is 74.87% and female literacy is 60.82%.