Habibpur - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Habibpur is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 21.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Jamalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Habibpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Habibpur is 311057. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.17 hectares and falls under the 733126 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Habibpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Habibpur
According to the 2011 Census, Habibpur village had a total population of 53 people, including 25 males and 28 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,120 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 7 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Habibpur
Habibpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Maniko | South | 0.78 km |
| Bahadurpur | North-East | 0.87 km |
| Ramjibanpur | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Goyespur | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Garna | East | 1.51 km |
| Sidai | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Jantipur | North | 1.84 km |
| Matais | West | 1.90 km |
| Maniko | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Mulahat | North | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Habibpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Habibpur. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Habibpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Habibpur is about 21.2 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Habibpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Habibpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Habibpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Habibpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Habibpur
Where is Habibpur located?
Habibpur village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Habibpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Habibpur is Jamalpur.
What is the pincode of Habibpur?
The pincode of Habibpur is 733126.
What is the population of Habibpur?
Habibpur had a total population of 53, including 25 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Habibpur?
Habibpur had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Habibpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Habibpur was 81.82%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 75.00%.