Daulatpur - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Daulatpur is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 26.3 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Balijuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daulatpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daulatpur is 318202. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.17 hectares and falls under the 731123 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Daulatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dubrajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daulatpur
According to the 2011 Census, Daulatpur village had a total population of 692 people, including 353 males and 339 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.46%, with male literacy at 84.24% and female literacy at 64.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 382.
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 | 692 | 353 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 187 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 262 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 91 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Daulatpur
Daulatpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaythanpur | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Halsat | South | 1.01 km |
| Rupsimuli | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Adampur | West | 1.16 km |
| Mangalpur | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Kanak | South | 1.71 km |
| Hosenabad | North | 1.72 km |
| Panditpur | East | 1.89 km |
| Baljuri | West | 2.06 km |
| Panch Pukhuria | North | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daulatpur
Daulatpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dubrajpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dubrajpur to Daulatpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Daulatpur is about 26.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daulatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daulatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daulatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daulatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Daulatpur
Where is Daulatpur located?
Daulatpur village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Daulatpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Daulatpur is Balijuri.
What is the pincode of Daulatpur?
The pincode of Daulatpur is 731123.
What is the population of Daulatpur?
Daulatpur had a total population of 692, including 353 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Daulatpur?
Daulatpur had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daulatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daulatpur was 74.46%. Male literacy was 84.24% and female literacy was 64.04%.