Paschim Thakurpur - Balurghat, Dakshin Dinajpur
Paschim Thakurpur is a village situated in the Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.3 km from Balurghat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gopalbati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paschim Thakurpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paschim Thakurpur is 311280. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.72 hectares and falls under the 733145 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paschim Thakurpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paschim Thakurpur
As per Census 2011, Paschim Thakurpur village has a total population of 899 people, consisting of 468 males and 431 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 636 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 512 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paschim Thakurpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 899 | 468 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 512 | 263 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 360 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 108 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Paschim Thakurpur
Paschim Thakurpur 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 Paschim Thakurpur
Public transport in the Paschim Thakurpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Paschim Thakurpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Paschim Thakurpur is about 18.5 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 Paschim Thakurpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paschim Thakurpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paschim Thakurpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paschim Thakurpur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Paschim Thakurpur
Where is Paschim Thakurpur located?
Paschim Thakurpur village is located in Balurghat Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paschim Thakurpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Thakurpur is Gopalbati.
What is the pincode of Paschim Thakurpur?
The pincode of Paschim Thakurpur is 733145.
What is the population of Paschim Thakurpur?
Paschim Thakurpur has a total population of 899, including 468 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Paschim Thakurpur?
There are 234 households in Paschim Thakurpur.
What is the literacy rate in Paschim Thakurpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paschim Thakurpur is 70.75%. Male literacy is 76.92% and female literacy is 64.04%.