Shabdalpur - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Shabdalpur is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 0.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 72.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Deul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shabdalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shabdalpur is 310396. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.2 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliagong is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Shabdalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shabdalpur
As per Census 2011, Shabdalpur village has a total population of 1,227 people, consisting of 615 males and 612 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 747 literate and 480 illiterate residents. Additionally, 861 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 181 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shabdalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,227 | 615 | 612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 861 | 435 | 426 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 85 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 747 | 417 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 198 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Shabdalpur
Shabdalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Langal Bhanga | East | 1.13 km |
| Saraihat Bajedonor | North | 1.17 km |
| Beldanga | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Birampur | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Hariharpur | South | 1.66 km |
| Khagail | West | 1.74 km |
| Rupain | South | 1.90 km |
| Ukhalia | East | 1.96 km |
| Gopalpur | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Ghatsa | North-East | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shabdalpur
Shabdalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kaliyaganj, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliagong to Shabdalpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Shabdalpur is about 72.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shabdalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shabdalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shabdalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shabdalpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Shabdalpur
Where is Shabdalpur located?
Shabdalpur village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shabdalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shabdalpur is Deul.
What is the pincode of Shabdalpur?
The pincode of Shabdalpur is 733132.
What is the population of Shabdalpur?
Shabdalpur has a total population of 1,227, including 615 males and 612 females.
How many households are there in Shabdalpur?
There are 255 households in Shabdalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shabdalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shabdalpur is 60.88%. Male literacy is 67.80% and female literacy is 53.92%.