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
According to the 2011 Census, Abidpur village had a total population of 232 people, including 123 males and 109 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.31%, with male literacy at 61.22% and female literacy at 43.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 222, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 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 had a total population of 232, including 123 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Abidpur?
Abidpur had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Abidpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abidpur was 52.31%. Male literacy was 61.22% and female literacy was 43.30%.