Depara Village - Pandua, Hooghly
Depara is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.6 km from Pandua and around 29.1 km from Chinsura. Lchhobadaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Depara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Depara is 324881. The village covers a total geographical area of 371.01 hectares and falls under the 712146 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Depara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Depara
As per Census 2011, Depara village has a total population of 2,214 people, consisting of 1,095 males and 1,119 females. The village has 523 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,403 literate and 811 illiterate residents. Additionally, 973 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 445 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Depara are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,214 | 1,095 | 1,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 141 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 973 | 501 | 472 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 445 | 209 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 1,403 | 760 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 811 | 335 | 476 |
Nearby Villages of Depara
Depara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Acharpara | North | 0.85 km |
| Balarampur | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Muktikri | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Asua | North | 1.86 km |
| Ilchhoba | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Jangalpur | South | 2.01 km |
| Gazina Daspur | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Anch Gari | North | 2.08 km |
| Chaklai | East | 2.30 km |
| Rameswar | North-East | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Depara
Depara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khanyan, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.4 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 Bansberia to Depara is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Depara is about 29.1 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 Depara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Depara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Depara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Depara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Depara
Where is Depara located?
Depara village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Depara?
The Gram Panchayat of Depara is Lchhobadaspur.
What is the pincode of Depara?
The pincode of Depara is 712146.
What is the population of Depara?
Depara has a total population of 2,214, including 1,095 males and 1,119 females.
How many households are there in Depara?
There are 523 households in Depara.
What is the literacy rate in Depara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Depara is 63.37%. Male literacy is 69.41% and female literacy is 57.46%.