Arjunpur - Tapan, Dakshin Dinajpur
Arjunpur is a village situated in the Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. Autina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arjunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arjunpur is 311607. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.21 hectares and falls under the 733127 pincode.
Arjunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arjunpur
As per Census 2011, Arjunpur village has a total population of 851 people, consisting of 419 males and 432 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 448 literate and 403 illiterate residents. Additionally, 553 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 275 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arjunpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 851 | 419 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 26 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 553 | 276 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 129 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 254 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 165 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Arjunpur
Arjunpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sankarbati | North | 1.01 km |
| Chak Jalal | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Kauli | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Bunail | West | 1.65 km |
| Dakshin Harsura | North | 1.94 km |
| Kashikuri | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Jasurapara | West | 2.27 km |
| Dudhiakuri | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Chak Darpanarayan | North | 2.44 km |
| Dilalpur | North-East | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arjunpur
Arjunpur 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 17.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Arjunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arjunpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Arjunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arjunpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Arjunpur
Where is Arjunpur located?
Arjunpur village is located in Tapan Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arjunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Arjunpur is Autina.
What is the pincode of Arjunpur?
The pincode of Arjunpur is 733127.
What is the population of Arjunpur?
Arjunpur has a total population of 851, including 419 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Arjunpur?
There are 229 households in Arjunpur.
What is the literacy rate in Arjunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arjunpur is 52.64%. Male literacy is 60.62% and female literacy is 44.91%.