Darajpur - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Darajpur is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 30.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Jakirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darajpur is 310845. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.33 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Darajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darajpur
As per Census 2011, Darajpur village has a total population of 342 people, consisting of 181 males and 161 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 195 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 342 | 181 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 68 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 117 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 64 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Darajpur
Darajpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhagabanpur | North | 0.66 km |
| Uchat | South-West | 0.76 km |
| Siptabad | East | 1.07 km |
| Enatullapur Munjarichak | South-West | 1.11 km |
| Raikhan | West | 1.11 km |
| Piarapur | East | 1.23 km |
| Badikanai | North | 1.35 km |
| Setor | East | 1.48 km |
| Utrail | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Anarpur | South | 1.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darajpur
Darajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mallickpur Hat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Darajpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Darajpur is about 30.1 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 Darajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darajpur
Where is Darajpur located?
Darajpur village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Darajpur is Jakirpur.
What is the pincode of Darajpur?
The pincode of Darajpur is 733141.
What is the population of Darajpur?
Darajpur has a total population of 342, including 181 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Darajpur?
There are 79 households in Darajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Darajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darajpur is 57.02%. Male literacy is 64.64% and female literacy is 48.45%.