Azadpur - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Azadpur is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 29.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Safanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Azadpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Azadpur is 310766. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.4 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Azadpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Azadpur
As per Census 2011, Azadpur village has a total population of 1,392 people, consisting of 741 males and 651 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 994 literate and 398 illiterate residents. Additionally, 460 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Azadpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,392 | 741 | 651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 67 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 460 | 237 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 994 | 572 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 169 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Azadpur
Azadpur 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 Azadpur
Azadpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Azadpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Azadpur is about 29.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Azadpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Azadpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Azadpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Azadpur 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 Azadpur
Where is Azadpur located?
Azadpur village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Azadpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Azadpur is Safanagar.
What is the pincode of Azadpur?
The pincode of Azadpur is 733141.
What is the population of Azadpur?
Azadpur has a total population of 1,392, including 741 males and 651 females.
How many households are there in Azadpur?
There are 319 households in Azadpur.
What is the literacy rate in Azadpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Azadpur is 71.41%. Male literacy is 77.19% and female literacy is 64.82%.