Ghoradal - Mathurapur - I, South 24 Parganas
Ghoradal is a village situated in the Mathurapur - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from Mathurapur and around 45.5 km from Alipore. Dakshin Lakshminarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoradal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoradal is 334849. The village covers a total geographical area of 789.5 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ghoradal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandirbazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoradal
As per Census 2011, Ghoradal village has a total population of 12,170 people, consisting of 6,193 males and 5,977 females. The village has 2,457 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,838 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,151 literate and 5,019 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7,012 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoradal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,170 | 6,193 | 5,977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,838 | 882 | 956 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7,012 | 3,614 | 3,398 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 7,151 | 4,124 | 3,027 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,019 | 2,069 | 2,950 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoradal
Ghoradal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Bhagabanpur | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Istaranpur | East | 2.47 km |
| Krishnarampur | West | 2.50 km |
| Rachhulpur | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Jogendra Nagar | South | 3.07 km |
| Uttar Lakshminarayanpur | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Srikrishnanagar | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Nandanpur | West | 3.43 km |
| Ghatbakultala | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Abad Bhagabanpur | South-West | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghoradal
Public transport in the Ghoradal is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Madhabpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.7 km.
| 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 Jaynagar to Ghoradal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Ghoradal is about 45.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoradal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoradal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghoradal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoradal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghoradal
Where is Ghoradal located?
Ghoradal village is located in Mathurapur - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoradal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoradal is Dakshin Lakshminarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Ghoradal?
The pincode of Ghoradal is 743354.
What is the population of Ghoradal?
Ghoradal has a total population of 12,170, including 6,193 males and 5,977 females.
How many households are there in Ghoradal?
There are 2,457 households in Ghoradal.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoradal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoradal is 58.76%. Male literacy is 66.59% and female literacy is 50.64%.