Brahmanpara - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Brahmanpara is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 56.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Basuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brahmanpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahmanpara is 310569. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.29 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Brahmanpara 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 Brahmanpara
According to the 2011 Census, Brahmanpara village had a total population of 53 people, including 24 males and 29 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,208 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.00%, with male literacy at 13.04% and female literacy at 22.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 21 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Brahmanpara
Brahmanpara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bitur | North-East | 0.66 km |
| Arazi Lalchandpur | East | 0.85 km |
| Lalchandrapur | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Baikunthapur | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Abidpur | West | 1.71 km |
| Madhabpur | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Bachhuria | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Damahar | South | 2.63 km |
| Latkeshabpur | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Harishpur | South | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Brahmanpara
Public transport in the Brahmanpara 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 27.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gangarampur to Brahmanpara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Brahmanpara is about 56.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brahmanpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brahmanpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Brahmanpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brahmanpara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Brahmanpara
Where is Brahmanpara located?
Brahmanpara village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brahmanpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Brahmanpara is Basuria.
What is the pincode of Brahmanpara?
The pincode of Brahmanpara is 733124.
What is the population of Brahmanpara?
Brahmanpara had a total population of 53, including 24 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Brahmanpara?
Brahmanpara had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brahmanpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahmanpara was 18.00%. Male literacy was 13.04% and female literacy was 22.22%.