Dadpur - Chinsurah - Magra, Hooghly
Dadpur is a village situated in the Chinsurah - Magra subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.4 km from Chinsurah and around 20.9 km from Chinsura. Mogra-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadpur is 325059. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.51 hectares and falls under the 712102 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dadpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadpur
As per Census 2011, Dadpur village has a total population of 364 people, consisting of 181 males and 183 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 364 | 181 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 156 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 131 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 50 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Dadpur
Dadpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Joypur | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Demra | North-East | 0.97 km |
| Kabirhati | North | 1.38 km |
| Rajarambati | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Benipur | East | 1.79 km |
| Naksa | West | 1.99 km |
| Purushottampur | West | 2.32 km |
| Mamudpur | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Minajpur | South | 2.37 km |
| Uttar Hazipur | East | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dadpur
Dadpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Magra, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansberia to Dadpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Dadpur is about 20.9 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 Dadpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dadpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dadpur
Where is Dadpur located?
Dadpur village is located in Chinsurah - Magra Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadpur is Mogra-i.
What is the pincode of Dadpur?
The pincode of Dadpur is 712102.
What is the population of Dadpur?
Dadpur has a total population of 364, including 181 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Dadpur?
There are 85 households in Dadpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dadpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadpur is 65.38%. Male literacy is 72.38% and female literacy is 58.47%.