Gobardhanpur - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Gobardhanpur is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.7 km from Ramganga and around 122.7 km from Alipore. G Plot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobardhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobardhanpur is 335410. The village covers a total geographical area of 643.05 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Gobardhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gobardhanpur
As per Census 2011, Gobardhanpur village has a total population of 1,185 people, consisting of 622 males and 563 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 916 literate and 269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gobardhanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,185 | 622 | 563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 77 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 179 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 916 | 508 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 114 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Gobardhanpur
Gobardhanpur 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 Gobardhanpur
Gobardhanpur 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gobardhanpur is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gobardhanpur is about 122.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobardhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobardhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gobardhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobardhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gobardhanpur
Where is Gobardhanpur located?
Gobardhanpur village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobardhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobardhanpur is G Plot.
What is the pincode of Gobardhanpur?
The pincode of Gobardhanpur is 743371.
What is the population of Gobardhanpur?
Gobardhanpur has a total population of 1,185, including 622 males and 563 females.
How many households are there in Gobardhanpur?
There are 243 households in Gobardhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gobardhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobardhanpur is 77.30%. Male literacy is 81.67% and female literacy is 72.47%.