Dadpur - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Dadpur is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 35.5 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Satpalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadpur is 316693. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.34 hectares and falls under the 731234 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dadpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dadpur
According to the 2011 Census, Dadpur village had a total population of 613 people, including 327 males and 286 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.86%, with male literacy at 89.42% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 613 | 327 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 34 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 91 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 262 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 65 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Dadpur
Dadpur 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 Dadpur
Dadpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dadpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sainthia to Dadpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Dadpur is about 35.5 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 Dadpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dadpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dadpur
Where is Dadpur located?
Dadpur village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadpur is Satpalsa.
What is the pincode of Dadpur?
The pincode of Dadpur is 731234.
What is the population of Dadpur?
Dadpur had a total population of 613, including 327 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Dadpur?
Dadpur had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadpur was 80.86%. Male literacy was 89.42% and female literacy was 71.43%.