Kamalpur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Kamalpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 34.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Gangarampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamalpur is 310656. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.25 hectares and falls under the 733140 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kamalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Kamalpur
As per Census 2011, Kamalpur village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 59 males and 58 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 8 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Kamalpur
Kamalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Damina | North | 0.96 km |
| Narai | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Gachiar | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Atash | East | 1.40 km |
| Jot Malkhan | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Sekhmina | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Minapara | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Ratanmala | West | 1.89 km |
| Raghunathbati | West | 2.06 km |
| Raghunathpur | South | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kamalpur
Kamalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Malancha, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.7 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 Kamalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Kamalpur is about 34.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamalpur 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 Kamalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamalpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kamalpur
Where is Kamalpur located?
Kamalpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamalpur is Gangarampur.
What is the pincode of Kamalpur?
The pincode of Kamalpur is 733140.
What is the population of Kamalpur?
Kamalpur has a total population of 117, including 59 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Kamalpur?
There are 32 households in Kamalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamalpur is 79.49%. Male literacy is 86.44% and female literacy is 72.41%.