Dakshin Gopalpur Village - Balagarh, Hooghly
Dakshin Gopalpur is a village situated in the Balagarh subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.9 km from Patuligram and around 18.8 km from Chinsura. Dumurdahanityanandapur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Gopalpur is 325025. The village covers a total geographical area of 518.26 hectares and falls under the 712513 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dakshin Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dakshin Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Gopalpur village has a total population of 7,581 people, consisting of 3,918 males and 3,663 females. The village has 1,766 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 666 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,171 literate and 2,410 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,467 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 203 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Gopalpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,581 | 3,918 | 3,663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 666 | 343 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,467 | 2,843 | 2,624 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 92 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 5,171 | 2,981 | 2,190 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,410 | 937 | 1,473 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Gopalpur
Dakshin Gopalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gannegar | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Naricha | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Raypur | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Digsui | West | 2.13 km |
| Simulia | East | 2.30 km |
| Demra | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Ramnagar | East | 2.63 km |
| Bagri | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Kabirhati | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Benipur | South | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dakshin Gopalpur
Dakshin Gopalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kuntighat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.3 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 Chinsurah to Dakshin Gopalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Dakshin Gopalpur is about 18.8 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Gopalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Gopalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Gopalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakshin Gopalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dakshin Gopalpur
Where is Dakshin Gopalpur located?
Dakshin Gopalpur village is located in Balagarh Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Gopalpur is Dumurdahanityanandapur-ii.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Gopalpur?
The pincode of Dakshin Gopalpur is 712513.
What is the population of Dakshin Gopalpur?
Dakshin Gopalpur has a total population of 7,581, including 3,918 males and 3,663 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Gopalpur?
There are 1,766 households in Dakshin Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Gopalpur is 68.21%. Male literacy is 76.08% and female literacy is 59.79%.