Parbbatipur Village - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Parbbatipur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 36.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Chaloon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parbbatipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parbbatipur is 310734. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.5 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Parbbatipur 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 Parbbatipur
As per Census 2011, Parbbatipur village has a total population of 799 people, consisting of 384 males and 415 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 497 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 493 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parbbatipur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 799 | 384 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 55 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 493 | 236 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 181 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 203 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Parbbatipur
Parbbatipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mirzzapur | North-East | 0.80 km |
| Basudebpur | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Taraju | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Adigram | East | 1.19 km |
| Shankarpur | West | 1.34 km |
| Banihari | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Mathurapur | North | 1.93 km |
| Uday | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Biranai | South | 2.22 km |
| Kunail | West | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parbbatipur
Parbbatipur 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 20.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Parbbatipur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Parbbatipur is about 36.1 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 Parbbatipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parbbatipur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Parbbatipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parbbatipur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parbbatipur
Where is Parbbatipur located?
Parbbatipur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parbbatipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Parbbatipur is Chaloon.
What is the pincode of Parbbatipur?
The pincode of Parbbatipur is 733124.
What is the population of Parbbatipur?
Parbbatipur has a total population of 799, including 384 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Parbbatipur?
There are 197 households in Parbbatipur.
What is the literacy rate in Parbbatipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parbbatipur is 37.80%. Male literacy is 47.14% and female literacy is 29.16%.