Gouripur - Kulpi, South 24 Parganas
Gouripur is a village situated in the Kulpi subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.1 km from Paschim Gopalnagar and around 54.4 km from Alipore. Kamarchak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gouripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gouripur is 334592. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.21 hectares and falls under the 743351 pincode. D.harbour is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gouripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gouripur
As per Census 2011, Gouripur village has a total population of 3,078 people, consisting of 1,579 males and 1,499 females. The village has 656 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 403 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,088 literate and 990 illiterate residents. Additionally, 749 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gouripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,078 | 1,579 | 1,499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 217 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 749 | 371 | 378 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,088 | 1,100 | 988 |
| Illiterate Population | 990 | 479 | 511 |
Nearby Villages of Gouripur
Gouripur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kulpi | West | 1.07 km |
| Santoshpur | East | 1.15 km |
| Mirzapur | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Ulkimari | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Basudebpur | West | 1.49 km |
| Dayarampur | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Dakshin Mukundapur | East | 1.83 km |
| Chak Parameshwari | North | 1.91 km |
| Debipur | North | 2.06 km |
| Dakshin Ramkrishnapur | South | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gouripur
Public transport in the Gouripur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kalwan Halt, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 D.harbour to Gouripur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gouripur is about 54.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gouripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gouripur 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 Gouripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gouripur 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 Gouripur
Where is Gouripur located?
Gouripur village is located in Kulpi Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gouripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gouripur is Kamarchak.
What is the pincode of Gouripur?
The pincode of Gouripur is 743351.
What is the population of Gouripur?
Gouripur has a total population of 3,078, including 1,579 males and 1,499 females.
How many households are there in Gouripur?
There are 656 households in Gouripur.
What is the literacy rate in Gouripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gouripur is 67.84%. Male literacy is 69.66% and female literacy is 65.91%.