Kamalpur - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Kamalpur is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 23.7 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Loba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamalpur is 318204. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.69 hectares and falls under the 731123 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Kamalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Kamalpur
As per Census 2011, Kamalpur village has a total population of 1,205 people, consisting of 609 males and 596 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 643 literate and 562 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,205 | 609 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 93 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 155 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 643 | 370 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 239 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Kamalpur
Kamalpur 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 Kamalpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kamalpur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kamalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dubrajpur to Kamalpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Kamalpur is about 23.7 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kamalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamalpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kamalpur
Where is Kamalpur located?
Kamalpur village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamalpur is Loba.
What is the pincode of Kamalpur?
The pincode of Kamalpur is 731123.
What is the population of Kamalpur?
Kamalpur has a total population of 1,205, including 609 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Kamalpur?
There are 267 households in Kamalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamalpur is 53.36%. Male literacy is 60.76% and female literacy is 45.81%.