Darbeshpur - Tarakeswar, Hooghly
Darbeshpur is a village situated in the Tarakeswar subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.7 km from Tarakeswar and around 47.2 km from Chinsura. Naitamalpaharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darbeshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darbeshpur is 324516. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.7 hectares and falls under the 712401 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Darbeshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darbeshpur
As per Census 2011, Darbeshpur village has a total population of 1,083 people, consisting of 571 males and 512 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 647 literate and 436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darbeshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,083 | 571 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 82 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 152 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 361 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 210 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Darbeshpur
Darbeshpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nabina | North | 0.44 km |
| Binodbati | South-East | 0.71 km |
| Ankargaria | North-West | 0.79 km |
| Belband | South-West | 0.97 km |
| Gobra | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Gangarambati | South | 1.25 km |
| Chhaonapur | East | 1.45 km |
| Jagannathpur | West | 1.50 km |
| Dattapur | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Timna | South | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darbeshpur
Darbeshpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Loknath, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tarakeswar to Darbeshpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Darbeshpur is about 47.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darbeshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darbeshpur 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 Darbeshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darbeshpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Darbeshpur
Where is Darbeshpur located?
Darbeshpur village is located in Tarakeswar Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darbeshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Darbeshpur is Naitamalpaharpur.
What is the pincode of Darbeshpur?
The pincode of Darbeshpur is 712401.
What is the population of Darbeshpur?
Darbeshpur has a total population of 1,083, including 571 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Darbeshpur?
There are 226 households in Darbeshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Darbeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darbeshpur is 59.74%. Male literacy is 63.22% and female literacy is 55.86%.