Abidpur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Abidpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 54.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Basuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Abidpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abidpur is 310567. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.45 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Abidpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Abidpur
As per Census 2011, Abidpur village has a total population of 232 people, consisting of 123 males and 109 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 102 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 222 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Abidpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 232 | 123 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 25 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 119 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 60 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 63 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Abidpur
Abidpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madhabpur | South | 0.97 km |
| Lalchandrapur | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Brahmanpara | East | 1.71 km |
| Latkeshabpur | South | 1.75 km |
| Mallikpur | West | 1.87 km |
| Hamzapur | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Bitur | East | 2.33 km |
| Paschim Kashipur | South | 2.51 km |
| Arazi Lalchandpur | East | 2.52 km |
| Baikunthapur | East | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Abidpur
Public transport in the Abidpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Abidpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Abidpur is about 54.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Abidpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abidpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Abidpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abidpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Abidpur
Where is Abidpur located?
Abidpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Abidpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Abidpur is Basuria.
What is the pincode of Abidpur?
The pincode of Abidpur is 733124.
What is the population of Abidpur?
Abidpur has a total population of 232, including 123 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Abidpur?
There are 53 households in Abidpur.
What is the literacy rate in Abidpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abidpur is 43.97%. Male literacy is 48.78% and female literacy is 38.53%.