Gabberia (K) - Mandirbazar, South 24 Parganas
Gabberia (K) is a village situated in the Mandirbazar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.5 km from Mandirbazar and around 61.8 km from Alipore. Gabberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gabberia (K) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gabberia (K) is 334749. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.78 hectares and falls under the 743345 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gabberia (K) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gabberia (K)
According to the 2011 Census, Gabberia (K) village had a total population of 1,590 people, including 816 males and 774 females, living in 404 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.23%, with male literacy at 91.46% and female literacy at 80.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 1,590 | 816 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,246 | 675 | 571 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 141 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Gabberia (K)
Gabberia (K) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purba Rameshwarpur (k) | North-East | 0.91 km |
| Madhusudanpur (k) | West | 1.20 km |
| Purba Shrinagar (k) | East | 1.46 km |
| Uttar Sultanpur (k) | North | 1.64 km |
| Mahadebpur | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Nishapur (m) | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Dakshin Ballavpur | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Gopalpur (k) | East | 2.09 km |
| Bijoyrampur | West | 2.18 km |
| Dakshin Narayanpur | South | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gabberia (K)
Gabberia (K) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Lakshmikantpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.8 km.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaynagar to Gabberia (K) is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gabberia (K) is about 61.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gabberia (K)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gabberia (K) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gabberia (K)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gabberia (K) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gabberia (K)
Where is Gabberia (K) located?
Gabberia (K) village is located in Mandirbazar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gabberia (K)?
The Gram Panchayat of Gabberia (K) is Gabberia.
What is the pincode of Gabberia (K)?
The pincode of Gabberia (K) is 743345.
What is the population of Gabberia (K)?
Gabberia (K) had a total population of 1,590, including 816 males and 774 females.
How many households are there in Gabberia (K)?
Gabberia (K) had 404 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gabberia (K)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gabberia (K) was 86.23%. Male literacy was 91.46% and female literacy was 80.76%.