Dakshin Bhagabatipur - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Dakshin Bhagabatipur is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 38.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dheka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Bhagabatipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Bhagabatipur is 316736. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.3 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainrhia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Dakshin Bhagabatipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dakshin Bhagabatipur
According to the 2011 Census, Dakshin Bhagabatipur village had a total population of 246 people, including 114 males and 132 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,158 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.55%, with male literacy at 94.34% and female literacy at 79.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 246 | 114 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 100 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 14 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Bhagabatipur
Dakshin Bhagabatipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Maligram | South-West | 0.76 km |
| Purbba Sibrambati | West | 1.22 km |
| Ghanashyampur | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Duna | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Maryatpur | East | 1.63 km |
| Mahaduripa | South | 1.81 km |
| Majiara | East | 1.83 km |
| Kumarpur | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Goalsahi | North | 1.87 km |
| Kurcha | East | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dakshin Bhagabatipur
Dakshin Bhagabatipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bataspur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sainrhia to Dakshin Bhagabatipur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Dakshin Bhagabatipur is about 38.2 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 Dakshin Bhagabatipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Bhagabatipur 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 Dakshin Bhagabatipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakshin Bhagabatipur 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 Dakshin Bhagabatipur
Where is Dakshin Bhagabatipur located?
Dakshin Bhagabatipur village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Bhagabatipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Bhagabatipur is Dheka.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Bhagabatipur?
The pincode of Dakshin Bhagabatipur is 731213.
What is the population of Dakshin Bhagabatipur?
Dakshin Bhagabatipur had a total population of 246, including 114 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Bhagabatipur?
Dakshin Bhagabatipur had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Bhagabatipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Bhagabatipur was 86.55%. Male literacy was 94.34% and female literacy was 79.49%.