Darpail
Darpail is a village located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.4km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Darpail village. As per 2009 stats, Dwipkhanda is the gram panchayat of Darpail village.
Darpail has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Darpail
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Darpail is 311505. The village spans a total geographical area of 191.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733127. Gangarampur is nearest town to Darpail village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Darpail village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Darpail
Population of Darpail
Below is a concise population overview of Darpail as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 805 | 427 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 95 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 75 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 277 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 150 | 184 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Darpail village:
- The total population of Darpail village is around 805, including approximately 427 males and 378 females, with a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 87 children aged 0–6 years in Darpail village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Darpail village has 187 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 142 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Darpail village is about 58.51%, with male literacy at 64.87% and female literacy at 51.32%.
- There are around 198 households in Darpail village.
Connectivity of Darpail
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Darpail. As per the 2011 stats, Darpail had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Darpail
Knowing the nearby villages of Darpail helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Darpail.
Frequently Asked Questions about Darpail
- Where is Darpail located?
- Darpail village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Darpail?
- The Gram Panchayat of Darpail is Dwipkhanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Darpail?
- The pincode of Darpail is 733127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Darpail as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darpail is 805, with 427 males and 378 females.
- How many households are there in Darpail as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Darpail village has a total of 198 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Darpail as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darpail is 58.51%. The male literacy rate is 64.87%, while the female literacy rate is 51.32%.