Gharulia - Falta, South 24 Parganas
Gharulia is a village situated in the Falta subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.3 km from Falta and around 35.7 km from Alipore. Debipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gharulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gharulia is 334269. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.45 hectares and falls under the 743504 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gharulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gharulia
As per Census 2011, Gharulia village has a total population of 543 people, consisting of 273 males and 270 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 309 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 482 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gharulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 543 | 273 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 249 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 177 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 96 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Gharulia
Gharulia 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 Gharulia
Gharulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gharulia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gharulia is about 35.7 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gharulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gharulia 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 Gharulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gharulia 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 Gharulia
Where is Gharulia located?
Gharulia village is located in Falta Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gharulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gharulia is Debipur.
What is the pincode of Gharulia?
The pincode of Gharulia is 743504.
What is the population of Gharulia?
Gharulia has a total population of 543, including 273 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Gharulia?
There are 113 households in Gharulia.
What is the literacy rate in Gharulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gharulia is 56.91%. Male literacy is 64.84% and female literacy is 48.89%.