Dafarpur
About Dafarpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dafarpur village is 310585. Dafarpur village is located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Tahangirpur is the gram panchayat of Dafarpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 202.32 hectares. Dafarpur has a total population of 997 peoples, out of which male population is 510 while female population is 487. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 954 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dafarpur village is 52.76% out of which 57.25% males and 48.05% females are literate. There are about 240 houses in dafarpur village. Pincode of dafarpur village locality is 733124.
When it comes to administration, Dafarpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dafarpur village comes under Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Gangarampur is nearest town to dafarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Dafarpur
The population details of Dafarpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 997 | 510 | 487 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 140 | 75 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 205 | 106 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 563 | 282 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 526 | 292 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 218 | 253 |
Connectivity of Dafarpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dafarpur
Where is Dafarpur located?
Dafarpur village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dafarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dafarpur is Tahangirpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dafarpur?
The pincode of Dafarpur is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dafarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dafarpur is 997, with 510 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Dafarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dafarpur village has a total of 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dafarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dafarpur is 52.76%. The male literacy rate is 57.25%, while the female literacy rate is 48.05%.