Kabirpur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Kabirpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 55.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Nandanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kabirpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kabirpur is 310619. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.18 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kabirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kabirpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kabirpur village had a total population of 309 people, including 163 males and 146 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.85%, with male literacy at 68.57% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
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 | 309 | 163 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 96 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 67 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Kabirpur
Kabirpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sadipur | South-West | 0.56 km |
| Nagan | North | 0.66 km |
| Sekhpur | North | 1.35 km |
| Aihara | South | 1.67 km |
| Ratanpur | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Kanur | North | 1.88 km |
| Haripur Ganeshpur | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Maynapur | East | 1.98 km |
| Chak Debidas | East | 1.99 km |
| Sahabazpur | North-East | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kabirpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kabirpur. The nearest railway station is Buniadpur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.2 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 Kabirpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Kabirpur is about 55.2 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 Kabirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kabirpur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kabirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kabirpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kabirpur
Where is Kabirpur located?
Kabirpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kabirpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kabirpur is Nandanpur.
What is the pincode of Kabirpur?
The pincode of Kabirpur is 733124.
What is the population of Kabirpur?
Kabirpur had a total population of 309, including 163 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Kabirpur?
Kabirpur had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kabirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kabirpur was 59.85%. Male literacy was 68.57% and female literacy was 50.00%.