Sadipur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Sadipur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 74.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Gangarampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sadipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sadipur is 310620. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.09 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 112 km away.
Sadipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Sadipur
According to the 2011 Census, Sadipur village had a total population of 346 people, including 179 males and 167 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.83%, with male literacy at 83.44% and female literacy at 74.00%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 346 | 179 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 131 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 48 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Sadipur
Sadipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kabirpur | North-East | 0.56 km |
| Nagan | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Haripur Ganeshpur | South | 1.48 km |
| Aihara | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Sekhpur | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Deuria | West | 1.88 km |
| Kanur | North | 2.07 km |
| Ratanpur | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Babatail | South | 2.25 km |
| Barabila | North-West | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sadipur
Public transport in the Sadipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Buniadpur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.5 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Sadipur is about 112 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Sadipur is about 74.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sadipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sadipur 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 Sadipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sadipur 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 Sadipur
Where is Sadipur located?
Sadipur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sadipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sadipur is Gangarampur.
What is the pincode of Sadipur?
The pincode of Sadipur is 733124.
What is the population of Sadipur?
Sadipur had a total population of 346, including 179 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Sadipur?
Sadipur had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sadipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sadipur was 78.83%. Male literacy was 83.44% and female literacy was 74.00%.