Syampur - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Syampur is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 17.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Binshira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Syampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Syampur is 311046. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.98 hectares and falls under the 733126 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Syampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Syampur
As per Census 2011, Syampur village has a total population of 691 people, consisting of 363 males and 328 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 509 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 215 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Syampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 691 | 363 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 38 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 106 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 282 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 81 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Syampur
Syampur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Syampur
Syampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Syampur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Syampur is about 17.5 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 Syampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Syampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Syampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Syampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Syampur
Where is Syampur located?
Syampur village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Syampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Syampur is Binshira.
What is the pincode of Syampur?
The pincode of Syampur is 733126.
What is the population of Syampur?
Syampur has a total population of 691, including 363 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Syampur?
There are 168 households in Syampur.
What is the literacy rate in Syampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Syampur is 73.66%. Male literacy is 77.69% and female literacy is 69.21%.