Gopalnagar Dakshin - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Gopalnagar Dakshin is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6 km from Ramganga and around 104 km from Alipore. Gopalnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalnagar Dakshin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalnagar Dakshin is 335365. The village covers a total geographical area of 638.3 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Gopalnagar Dakshin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gopalnagar Dakshin
As per Census 2011, Gopalnagar Dakshin village has a total population of 5,059 people, consisting of 2,568 males and 2,491 females. The village has 1,095 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 674 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,472 literate and 1,587 illiterate residents. Additionally, 883 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalnagar Dakshin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,059 | 2,568 | 2,491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 674 | 358 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 883 | 438 | 445 |
| Literate Population | 3,472 | 1,879 | 1,593 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,587 | 689 | 898 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalnagar Dakshin
Gopalnagar Dakshin 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 Gopalnagar Dakshin
Gopalnagar Dakshin 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 Gopalnagar Dakshin is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gopalnagar Dakshin is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopalnagar Dakshin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopalnagar Dakshin 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 Gopalnagar Dakshin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopalnagar Dakshin 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 Gopalnagar Dakshin
Where is Gopalnagar Dakshin located?
Gopalnagar Dakshin village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalnagar Dakshin?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalnagar Dakshin is Gopalnagar.
What is the pincode of Gopalnagar Dakshin?
The pincode of Gopalnagar Dakshin is 743371.
What is the population of Gopalnagar Dakshin?
Gopalnagar Dakshin has a total population of 5,059, including 2,568 males and 2,491 females.
How many households are there in Gopalnagar Dakshin?
There are 1,095 households in Gopalnagar Dakshin.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalnagar Dakshin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalnagar Dakshin is 68.63%. Male literacy is 73.17% and female literacy is 63.95%.