Debipur - Illambazar, Birbhum
Debipur is a village situated in the Illambazar subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Illambazar and around 43.4 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Illambazar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Debipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Debipur is 317995. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.02 hectares and falls under the 731214 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Debipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Debipur
As per Census 2011, Debipur village has a total population of 3,537 people, consisting of 1,822 males and 1,715 females. The village has 833 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 311 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,474 literate and 1,063 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,367 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Debipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,537 | 1,822 | 1,715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 154 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,367 | 689 | 678 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 2,474 | 1,384 | 1,090 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,063 | 438 | 625 |
Nearby Villages of Debipur
Debipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ilambazar (ct) | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Gangapur | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Payer | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Khayerbani | South | 2.09 km |
| Naoga | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Narasingpur | North | 2.28 km |
| Mirzapur | North | 2.41 km |
| Kamalpur | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Bharatpur | West | 3.02 km |
| Nelegar | South-East | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Debipur
Debipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bolpur Shantiniketan, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bolpur to Debipur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Debipur is about 43.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Debipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Debipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Debipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Debipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Debipur
Where is Debipur located?
Debipur village is located in Illambazar Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Debipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Debipur is Illambazar.
What is the pincode of Debipur?
The pincode of Debipur is 731214.
What is the population of Debipur?
Debipur has a total population of 3,537, including 1,822 males and 1,715 females.
How many households are there in Debipur?
There are 833 households in Debipur.
What is the literacy rate in Debipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Debipur is 69.95%. Male literacy is 75.96% and female literacy is 63.56%.