Dihibatpur - Pursura, Hooghly
Dihibatpur is a village situated in the Pursura subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.1 km from Pursura and around 52.7 km from Chinsura. Dihibadpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dihibatpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihibatpur is 324402. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.93 hectares and falls under the 712414 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dihibatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dihibatpur
As per Census 2011, Dihibatpur village has a total population of 3,504 people, consisting of 1,773 males and 1,731 females. The village has 793 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,546 literate and 958 illiterate residents. Additionally, 839 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dihibatpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,504 | 1,773 | 1,731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 172 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 839 | 438 | 401 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,546 | 1,393 | 1,153 |
| Illiterate Population | 958 | 380 | 578 |
Nearby Villages of Dihibatpur
Dihibatpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deulpara | East | 1.03 km |
| Alati | South | 1.08 km |
| Kulbatpur | West | 1.14 km |
| Kanraria | East | 1.59 km |
| Kelepara | North | 1.93 km |
| Ranbagpur | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Paschimpara | South | 2.24 km |
| Rasulpur | South | 2.26 km |
| Harinakhali | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Baitha | West | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dihibatpur
Dihibatpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tarakeswar to Dihibatpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Dihibatpur is about 52.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dihibatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dihibatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dihibatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dihibatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dihibatpur
Where is Dihibatpur located?
Dihibatpur village is located in Pursura Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dihibatpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dihibatpur is Dihibadpur.
What is the pincode of Dihibatpur?
The pincode of Dihibatpur is 712414.
What is the population of Dihibatpur?
Dihibatpur has a total population of 3,504, including 1,773 males and 1,731 females.
How many households are there in Dihibatpur?
There are 793 households in Dihibatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dihibatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihibatpur is 72.66%. Male literacy is 78.57% and female literacy is 66.61%.