Osmanpara Village - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Osmanpara is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 83.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Maligaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Osmanpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Osmanpara is 310488. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.99 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliagong is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Osmanpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Osmanpara
As per Census 2011, Osmanpara village has a total population of 56 people, consisting of 28 males and 28 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 28 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Osmanpara are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 10 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Osmanpara
Osmanpara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dopitha | North | 0.63 km |
| Chhota Damodarpur | South-East | 0.70 km |
| Rasulpur | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Bara Damodarpur | East | 1.13 km |
| Rampur | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Lakshmijal | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Mangalpur | West | 1.47 km |
| Jot Jagannath | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Bhingaldaha | South | 1.90 km |
| Serpur | North-East | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Osmanpara
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Osmanpara. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kaliagong to Osmanpara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Osmanpara is about 83.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Osmanpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Osmanpara 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 Osmanpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Osmanpara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Osmanpara
Where is Osmanpara located?
Osmanpara village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Osmanpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Osmanpara is Maligaon.
What is the pincode of Osmanpara?
The pincode of Osmanpara is 733132.
What is the population of Osmanpara?
Osmanpara has a total population of 56, including 28 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Osmanpara?
There are 13 households in Osmanpara.
What is the literacy rate in Osmanpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Osmanpara is 50.00%. Male literacy is 64.29% and female literacy is 35.71%.