Daspur - Khanakul - I, Hooghly
Daspur is a village situated in the Khanakul - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.9 km from Khanakul and around 81.4 km from Chinsura. Balipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daspur is 325878. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.72 hectares and falls under the 712415 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Daspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pursurah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daspur
As per Census 2011, Daspur village has a total population of 2,855 people, consisting of 1,507 males and 1,348 females. The village has 655 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,046 literate and 809 illiterate residents. Additionally, 843 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,855 | 1,507 | 1,348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 146 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 843 | 437 | 406 |
| Literate Population | 2,046 | 1,187 | 859 |
| Illiterate Population | 809 | 320 | 489 |
Nearby Villages of Daspur
Daspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Piarapur | South-East | 0.94 km |
| Garbere | South | 1.18 km |
| Purbba Radhanagar | West | 1.33 km |
| Harili | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Goja | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Chhatrashali | West | 2.04 km |
| Bandhaipur | South | 2.08 km |
| Sultanpur | East | 2.22 km |
| Kanakpur | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Balipur | North | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daspur
Daspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Loknath, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.5 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 Tarakeswar to Daspur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Daspur is about 81.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daspur
Where is Daspur located?
Daspur village is located in Khanakul - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Daspur is Balipur.
What is the pincode of Daspur?
The pincode of Daspur is 712415.
What is the population of Daspur?
Daspur has a total population of 2,855, including 1,507 males and 1,348 females.
How many households are there in Daspur?
There are 655 households in Daspur.
What is the literacy rate in Daspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daspur is 71.66%. Male literacy is 78.77% and female literacy is 63.72%.