Zafarpur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Zafarpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 49.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Sukdevpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Zafarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zafarpur is 310589. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.86 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Zafarpur 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 Zafarpur
As per Census 2011, Zafarpur village has a total population of 782 people, consisting of 390 males and 392 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 453 literate and 329 illiterate residents. Additionally, 457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zafarpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Zafarpur
Zafarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramkrishnapur | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Bhoral | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Shukdebpur | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Kathalhat Hosenpur | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Katalhat | North | 2.18 km |
| Shikarpur | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Katatair | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Badbighor | West | 2.61 km |
| Kasba | East | 3.01 km |
| Mahabullapur | North-West | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Zafarpur
Zafarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.4 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Zafarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Zafarpur is about 49.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zafarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zafarpur 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 Zafarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zafarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Zafarpur
Where is Zafarpur located?
Zafarpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zafarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Zafarpur is Sukdevpur.
What is the pincode of Zafarpur?
The pincode of Zafarpur is 733124.
What is the population of Zafarpur?
Zafarpur has a total population of 782, including 390 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Zafarpur?
There are 174 households in Zafarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Zafarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zafarpur is 57.93%. Male literacy is 66.15% and female literacy is 49.74%.