Gumuk Beria - Jaynagar - I, South 24 Parganas
Gumuk Beria is a village situated in the Jaynagar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.3 km from Baru and around 38.2 km from Alipore. Rajapur Korabeg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gumuk Beria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gumuk Beria is 334951. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.89 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Joyanagar Majil is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gumuk Beria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joynagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gumuk Beria
According to the 2011 Census, Gumuk Beria village had a total population of 487 people, including 263 males and 224 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.84%, with male literacy at 55.60% and female literacy at 40.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 467.
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 | 487 | 263 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 22 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 467 | 251 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 134 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 129 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Gumuk Beria
Gumuk Beria 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 Gumuk Beria
Gumuk Beria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gumuk Beria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joyanagar Majil to Gumuk Beria is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gumuk Beria is about 38.2 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 Gumuk Beria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gumuk Beria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gumuk Beria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gumuk Beria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gumuk Beria
Where is Gumuk Beria located?
Gumuk Beria village is located in Jaynagar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gumuk Beria?
The Gram Panchayat of Gumuk Beria is Rajapur Korabeg.
What is the pincode of Gumuk Beria?
The pincode of Gumuk Beria is 743337.
What is the population of Gumuk Beria?
Gumuk Beria had a total population of 487, including 263 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Gumuk Beria?
Gumuk Beria had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gumuk Beria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gumuk Beria was 48.84%. Male literacy was 55.60% and female literacy was 40.31%.