Ghatak Pukur
Ghatak Pukur is a village located in Bhangar I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 30.6km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindapur (tehsildar office) and 31.1km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Jagulgachhi is the gram panchayat of Ghatak Pukur village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghatak Pukur unique in its vibrant Bhangar I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Ghatak Pukur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghatak Pukur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghatak Pukur is 333650. The village spans a total geographical area of 173.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743502. Calcutta is nearest town to Ghatak Pukur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghatak Pukur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhangar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghatak Pukur
Population of Ghatak Pukur
According to the 2011 Census, Ghatak Pukur has a total population of about 5,048, with approximately 2,559 males and 2,489 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 713 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 50 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.94%, with male literacy at about 71.24% and female literacy near 62.52%. There are around 1,027 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghatak Pukur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 5,048 | 2,559 | 2,489 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 713 | 353 | 360 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
Literate Population | 3,379 | 1,823 | 1,556 |
Illiterate Population | 1,669 | 736 | 933 |
Connectivity of Ghatak Pukur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghatak Pukur. As per the 2011 stats, Ghatak Pukur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghatak Pukur
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghatak Pukur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghatak Pukur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghatak Pukur
- Where is Ghatak Pukur located?
- Ghatak Pukur village is situated in Bhangar I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghatak Pukur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghatak Pukur is Jagulgachhi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghatak Pukur?
- The pincode of Ghatak Pukur is 743502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghatak Pukur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghatak Pukur is 5,048, with 2,559 males and 2,489 females.
- How many households are there in Ghatak Pukur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghatak Pukur village has a total of 1,027 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghatak Pukur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghatak Pukur is 66.94%. The male literacy rate is 71.24%, while the female literacy rate is 62.52%.