Daulatpur - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Daulatpur is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.4 km from Polba and around 21 km from Chinsura. Harit serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daulatpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daulatpur is 325269. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.98 hectares and falls under the 712148 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Daulatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daulatpur
According to the 2011 Census, Daulatpur village had a total population of 306 people, including 137 males and 169 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,234 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.52%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 82.31%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 306 | 137 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 102 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 35 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Daulatpur
Daulatpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarap | West | 0.52 km |
| Beta | North | 0.85 km |
| Nonadanga | South | 1.00 km |
| Kharari | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Musar | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Mulgram | West | 1.71 km |
| Panjipukur | East | 1.71 km |
| Chanda | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Badinan | South | 2.10 km |
| Uttarbabnan | West | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daulatpur
Public transport in the Daulatpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chandanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Daulatpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Daulatpur is about 21 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 Daulatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daulatpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Daulatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daulatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daulatpur
Where is Daulatpur located?
Daulatpur village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Daulatpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Daulatpur is Harit.
What is the pincode of Daulatpur?
The pincode of Daulatpur is 712148.
What is the population of Daulatpur?
Daulatpur had a total population of 306, including 137 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Daulatpur?
Daulatpur had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daulatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daulatpur was 83.52%. Male literacy was 85.00% and female literacy was 82.31%.