Kashimpur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Kashimpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 44.6 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Jahangirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kashimpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kashimpur is 310672. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.49 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kashimpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kashimpur
As per Census 2011, Kashimpur village has a total population of 1,107 people, consisting of 591 males and 516 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 477 literate and 630 illiterate residents. Additionally, 519 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 475 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kashimpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,107 | 591 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 72 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 519 | 284 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 475 | 243 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 298 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 630 | 293 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Kashimpur
Kashimpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hekandair | North-East | 1.06 km |
| Keshabpur | South | 1.08 km |
| Mahurkismat | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Ilamtair | North | 1.46 km |
| Chakrapanipur | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Fayezpur | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Khayerban | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Debipur | West | 1.78 km |
| Ramdebpur | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Shyampur | South-East | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kashimpur
Kashimpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 24.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Kashimpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Kashimpur is about 44.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kashimpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kashimpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kashimpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kashimpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kashimpur
Where is Kashimpur located?
Kashimpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kashimpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kashimpur is Jahangirpur.
What is the pincode of Kashimpur?
The pincode of Kashimpur is 733124.
What is the population of Kashimpur?
Kashimpur has a total population of 1,107, including 591 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Kashimpur?
There are 242 households in Kashimpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kashimpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kashimpur is 43.09%. Male literacy is 50.42% and female literacy is 34.69%.