Ghoser Chak - Jaynagar - II, South 24 Parganas
Ghoser Chak is a village situated in the Jaynagar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.1 km from Jaynagar and around 53.4 km from Alipore. Baishata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoser Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoser Chak is 334981. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.2 hectares and falls under the 743349 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Ghoser Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kultali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoser Chak
As per Census 2011, Ghoser Chak village has a total population of 986 people, consisting of 544 males and 442 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 812 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 725 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 488 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoser Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 986 | 544 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 249 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 725 | 455 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 89 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoser Chak
Ghoser Chak 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 Ghoser Chak
Ghoser Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ghoser Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaynagar to Ghoser Chak is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Ghoser Chak is about 53.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoser Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoser Chak 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 Ghoser Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoser Chak 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghoser Chak
Where is Ghoser Chak located?
Ghoser Chak village is located in Jaynagar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoser Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoser Chak is Baishata.
What is the pincode of Ghoser Chak?
The pincode of Ghoser Chak is 743349.
What is the population of Ghoser Chak?
Ghoser Chak has a total population of 986, including 544 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Ghoser Chak?
There are 199 households in Ghoser Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoser Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoser Chak is 73.53%. Male literacy is 83.64% and female literacy is 61.09%.