Zafarpur
Zafarpur is a village located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.3km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 49.5km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Sukdevpur is the gram panchayat of Zafarpur village.
Zafarpur has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Zafarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Zafarpur is 310589. The village spans a total geographical area of 83.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733124. Gangarampur is nearest town to Zafarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Zafarpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Zafarpur
Population of Zafarpur
Below is a concise population overview of Zafarpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 782 | 390 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 35 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 224 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 453 | 258 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 132 | 197 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Zafarpur village:
- The total population of Zafarpur village is around 782, including approximately 390 males and 392 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Zafarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Zafarpur village has 457 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 167 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Zafarpur village is about 57.93%, with male literacy at 66.15% and female literacy at 49.74%.
- There are around 174 households in Zafarpur village.
Connectivity of Zafarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Zafarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Zafarpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Zafarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Zafarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Zafarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Zafarpur
- Where is Zafarpur located?
- Zafarpur village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Zafarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Zafarpur is Sukdevpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Zafarpur?
- The pincode of Zafarpur is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Zafarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Zafarpur is 782, with 390 males and 392 females.
- How many households are there in Zafarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Zafarpur village has a total of 174 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Zafarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Zafarpur is 57.93%. The male literacy rate is 66.15%, while the female literacy rate is 49.74%.