Daulatpur - English Bazar, Malda
Daulatpur is a village situated in the English Bazar subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.9 km from Malda and around 5.9 km from English Bazar. Kotwali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daulatpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daulatpur is 313362. The village covers a total geographical area of 249.6 hectares and falls under the 732125 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Daulatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Englishbazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Dakshin Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daulatpur
As per Census 2011, Daulatpur village has a total population of 3,411 people, consisting of 1,773 males and 1,638 females. The village has 743 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 497 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,912 literate and 1,499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 962 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 250 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daulatpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,411 | 1,773 | 1,638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 262 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 962 | 503 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 136 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 1,912 | 1,075 | 837 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,499 | 698 | 801 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakshmipur | South | 1.36 km |
| Khalimpur | North | 1.38 km |
| Sultanpur | East | 1.57 km |
| Shyampur | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Uttar Nazirpur | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Bagbari (ct) | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Kamalpur | South | 2.65 km |
| Arapur | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Sahazalalpur | North | 3.16 km |
| Jot Narasinha | North | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daulatpur
Daulatpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malda Town, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 3.4 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 Malda to Daulatpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Daulatpur is about 5.9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 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 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Daulatpur
Where is Daulatpur located?
Daulatpur village is located in English Bazar Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daulatpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Daulatpur is Kotwali.
What is the pincode of Daulatpur?
The pincode of Daulatpur is 732125.
What is the population of Daulatpur?
Daulatpur has a total population of 3,411, including 1,773 males and 1,638 females.
How many households are there in Daulatpur?
There are 743 households in Daulatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Daulatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daulatpur is 56.05%. Male literacy is 60.63% and female literacy is 51.10%.