Rasulpur - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Rasulpur is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 84.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Kalikamora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rasulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasulpur is 310485. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.12 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliagong is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Rasulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rasulpur
As per Census 2011, Rasulpur village has a total population of 1,230 people, consisting of 624 males and 606 females. The village has 315 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 937 literate and 293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rasulpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,230 | 624 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 118 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 937 | 505 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 119 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Rasulpur
Rasulpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhota Damodarpur | East | 1.01 km |
| Osmanpara | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Mangalpur | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Bhingaldaha | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Punat | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Dopitha | North | 1.60 km |
| Dhandail | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Jot Jagannath | East | 1.92 km |
| Bhajna | West | 1.98 km |
| Sihal | South | 2.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rasulpur
Rasulpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Buniadpur, 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliagong to Rasulpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Rasulpur is about 84.3 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 Rasulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasulpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rasulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasulpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rasulpur
Where is Rasulpur located?
Rasulpur village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rasulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rasulpur is Kalikamora.
What is the pincode of Rasulpur?
The pincode of Rasulpur is 733132.
What is the population of Rasulpur?
Rasulpur has a total population of 1,230, including 624 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Rasulpur?
There are 315 households in Rasulpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rasulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasulpur is 76.18%. Male literacy is 80.93% and female literacy is 71.29%.