Gordoani - Jaynagar - II, South 24 Parganas
Gordoani is a village situated in the Jaynagar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from Jaynagar and around 48.4 km from Alipore. Gardoani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gordoani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gordoani is 334976. The village covers a total geographical area of 915.4 hectares and falls under the 743349 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gordoani 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 Gordoani
As per Census 2011, Gordoani village has a total population of 20,984 people, consisting of 10,745 males and 10,239 females. The village has 4,009 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,576 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,884 literate and 9,100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,565 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gordoani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,984 | 10,745 | 10,239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,576 | 1,785 | 1,791 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,565 | 1,849 | 1,716 |
| Literate Population | 11,884 | 6,756 | 5,128 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,100 | 3,989 | 5,111 |
Nearby Villages of Gordoani
Gordoani 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 Gordoani
Gordoani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gordoani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jaynagar to Gordoani is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gordoani is about 48.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gordoani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gordoani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gordoani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gordoani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gordoani
Where is Gordoani located?
Gordoani village is located in Jaynagar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gordoani?
The Gram Panchayat of Gordoani is Gardoani.
What is the pincode of Gordoani?
The pincode of Gordoani is 743349.
What is the population of Gordoani?
Gordoani has a total population of 20,984, including 10,745 males and 10,239 females.
How many households are there in Gordoani?
There are 4,009 households in Gordoani.
What is the literacy rate in Gordoani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gordoani is 56.63%. Male literacy is 62.88% and female literacy is 50.08%.