Gobindapur Abad - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Gobindapur Abad is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10 km from Ramganga and around 109.5 km from Alipore. Brajaballavpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobindapur Abad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindapur Abad is 335403. The village covers a total geographical area of 841.7 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Gobindapur Abad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gobindapur Abad
According to the 2011 Census, Gobindapur Abad village had a total population of 6,226 people, including 3,186 males and 3,040 females, living in 1,221 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.89%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 78.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 631, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 6,226 | 3,186 | 3,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 793 | 423 | 370 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 631 | 312 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 4,558 | 2,472 | 2,086 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,668 | 714 | 954 |
Nearby Villages of Gobindapur Abad
Gobindapur Abad 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 Gobindapur Abad
Gobindapur Abad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Gobindapur Abad is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gobindapur Abad is about 109.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobindapur Abad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobindapur Abad 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 Gobindapur Abad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobindapur Abad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gobindapur Abad
Where is Gobindapur Abad located?
Gobindapur Abad village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobindapur Abad?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobindapur Abad is Brajaballavpur.
What is the pincode of Gobindapur Abad?
The pincode of Gobindapur Abad is 743371.
What is the population of Gobindapur Abad?
Gobindapur Abad had a total population of 6,226, including 3,186 males and 3,040 females.
How many households are there in Gobindapur Abad?
Gobindapur Abad had 1,221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindapur Abad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindapur Abad was 83.89%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 78.13%.