Heramba Gopalpur - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Heramba Gopalpur is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.5 km from Ramganga and around 109 km from Alipore. Herambagopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heramba Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heramba Gopalpur is 335391. The village covers a total geographical area of 868.3 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Heramba Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Heramba Gopalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Heramba Gopalpur village had a total population of 6,672 people, including 3,426 males and 3,246 females, living in 1,440 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.04%, with male literacy at 91.31% and female literacy at 78.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,341, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 6,672 | 3,426 | 3,246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 802 | 389 | 413 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,341 | 1,192 | 1,149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,992 | 2,773 | 2,219 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,680 | 653 | 1,027 |
Nearby Villages of Heramba Gopalpur
Heramba Gopalpur 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 Chintamonipur | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Purba Surendranagar | East | 2.41 km |
| Kuemuri | North | 2.96 km |
| Dakshin Kashinagar | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Lakshmi Janardanpur | South | 3.38 km |
| Purba Dwarokapur | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Maheshpur | West | 3.65 km |
| Kedarpur | West | 3.82 km |
| Kumarpur | West | 4.26 km |
| Kamdebpur | South-West | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Heramba Gopalpur
Public transport in the Heramba Gopalpur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ukilerhat Halt, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Heramba Gopalpur is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Heramba Gopalpur is about 109 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 Heramba Gopalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heramba Gopalpur 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 Heramba Gopalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heramba Gopalpur 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 Heramba Gopalpur
Where is Heramba Gopalpur located?
Heramba Gopalpur village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heramba Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Heramba Gopalpur is Herambagopalpur.
What is the pincode of Heramba Gopalpur?
The pincode of Heramba Gopalpur is 743371.
What is the population of Heramba Gopalpur?
Heramba Gopalpur had a total population of 6,672, including 3,426 males and 3,246 females.
How many households are there in Heramba Gopalpur?
Heramba Gopalpur had 1,440 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heramba Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heramba Gopalpur was 85.04%. Male literacy was 91.31% and female literacy was 78.33%.