Shyampur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Shyampur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 40.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Jahangirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shyampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shyampur is 310669. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.18 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shyampur 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 Shyampur
As per Census 2011, Shyampur village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 270 males and 227 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 840 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shyampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 270 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 51 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 202 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 68 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Shyampur
Shyampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shikarpur | East | 0.52 km |
| Chakrapanipur | West | 0.64 km |
| Minapara | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Tilchhara | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Enayatpur | North | 1.43 km |
| Sekhmina | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Damina | South | 1.53 km |
| Fayezpur | North | 1.68 km |
| Nitpur Prasadpur | East | 1.73 km |
| Keshabpur | West | 1.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shyampur
Shyampur 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 23.2 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 Shyampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Shyampur is about 40.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shyampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shyampur 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 Shyampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shyampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shyampur
Where is Shyampur located?
Shyampur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shyampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shyampur is Jahangirpur.
What is the pincode of Shyampur?
The pincode of Shyampur is 733124.
What is the population of Shyampur?
Shyampur has a total population of 497, including 270 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Shyampur?
There are 97 households in Shyampur.
What is the literacy rate in Shyampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shyampur is 73.24%. Male literacy is 74.81% and female literacy is 71.37%.