Mastafapur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Mastafapur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Uday serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mastafapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mastafapur is 310748. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.21 hectares and falls under the 733140 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mastafapur 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 Mastafapur
As per Census 2011, Mastafapur village has a total population of 1,883 people, consisting of 989 males and 894 females. The village has 452 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,326 literate and 557 illiterate residents. Additionally, 524 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 485 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mastafapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,883 | 989 | 894 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 102 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 524 | 268 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 485 | 255 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 1,326 | 749 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 240 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Mastafapur
Mastafapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Atash | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Nitpur Prasadpur | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Sekhmina | West | 1.42 km |
| Kunail | North | 1.45 km |
| Durgaramchak | South | 1.52 km |
| Basudebpur | East | 1.54 km |
| Shankarpur | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Biranai | East | 1.80 km |
| Narasundarpara | South | 2.20 km |
| Damina | West | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mastafapur
Mastafapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malancha, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Mastafapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Mastafapur is about 34 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 Mastafapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mastafapur 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 Mastafapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mastafapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mastafapur
Where is Mastafapur located?
Mastafapur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mastafapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mastafapur is Uday.
What is the pincode of Mastafapur?
The pincode of Mastafapur is 733140.
What is the population of Mastafapur?
Mastafapur has a total population of 1,883, including 989 males and 894 females.
How many households are there in Mastafapur?
There are 452 households in Mastafapur.
What is the literacy rate in Mastafapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mastafapur is 70.42%. Male literacy is 75.73% and female literacy is 64.54%.