Daspur - Pandua, Hooghly
Daspur is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.2 km from Pandua and around 33.3 km from Chinsura. Haraldaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daspur is 324820. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.85 hectares and falls under the 712134 pincode. Memari. is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Daspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Daspur
As per Census 2011, Daspur village has a total population of 2,088 people, consisting of 1,042 males and 1,046 females. The village has 526 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,417 literate and 671 illiterate residents. Additionally, 996 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 491 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,088 | 1,042 | 1,046 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 108 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 996 | 501 | 495 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 491 | 246 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 1,417 | 777 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 265 | 406 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keshabbati | South | 0.92 km |
| Aima | East | 1.30 km |
| Haral | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Alasin | East | 1.83 km |
| Danpur | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Gangoal | East | 1.89 km |
| Nandigram | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Sonatikri | West | 2.09 km |
| Ramnagar | North | 2.14 km |
| Chandpur | South | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daspur
Daspur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Simlagarh, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Memari. to Daspur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Daspur is about 33.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Daspur
Where is Daspur located?
Daspur village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Daspur is Haraldaspur.
What is the pincode of Daspur?
The pincode of Daspur is 712134.
What is the population of Daspur?
Daspur has a total population of 2,088, including 1,042 males and 1,046 females.
How many households are there in Daspur?
There are 526 households in Daspur.
What is the literacy rate in Daspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daspur is 67.86%. Male literacy is 74.57% and female literacy is 61.19%.