Nitpur Prasadpur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Nitpur Prasadpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 38.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Chaloon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nitpur Prasadpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nitpur Prasadpur is 310747. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.05 hectares and falls under the 733140 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Nitpur Prasadpur 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 Nitpur Prasadpur
As per Census 2011, Nitpur Prasadpur village has a total population of 516 people, consisting of 275 males and 241 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 411 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nitpur Prasadpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 516 | 275 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 37 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 228 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 47 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Nitpur Prasadpur
Nitpur Prasadpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sekhmina | South-West | 0.65 km |
| Kunail | North-East | 0.88 km |
| Tilchhara | North | 1.20 km |
| Shikarpur | West | 1.21 km |
| Mastafapur | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Shyampur | West | 1.73 km |
| Damina | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Shankarpur | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Atash | South | 1.89 km |
| Madhya Raghunathpur | North-East | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nitpur Prasadpur
Nitpur Prasadpur 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 21.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Nitpur Prasadpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Nitpur Prasadpur is about 38.5 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 Nitpur Prasadpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nitpur Prasadpur 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 Nitpur Prasadpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nitpur Prasadpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Nitpur Prasadpur
Where is Nitpur Prasadpur located?
Nitpur Prasadpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nitpur Prasadpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nitpur Prasadpur is Chaloon.
What is the pincode of Nitpur Prasadpur?
The pincode of Nitpur Prasadpur is 733140.
What is the population of Nitpur Prasadpur?
Nitpur Prasadpur has a total population of 516, including 275 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Nitpur Prasadpur?
There are 116 households in Nitpur Prasadpur.
What is the literacy rate in Nitpur Prasadpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nitpur Prasadpur is 79.65%. Male literacy is 82.91% and female literacy is 75.93%.