Dilalpur - English Bazar, Malda
Dilalpur is a village situated in the English Bazar subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.3 km from Malda and around 5.4 km from English Bazar. Kajigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dilalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dilalpur is 313407. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.97 hectares and falls under the 732208 pincode. English Bazar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Dilalpur 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 Dilalpur
As per Census 2011, Dilalpur village has a total population of 1,061 people, consisting of 559 males and 502 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 665 literate and 396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 182 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dilalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,061 | 559 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 91 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 665 | 367 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 192 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Dilalpur
Dilalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hazarat Nagar | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Uttar Jadupur | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Azimpur | West | 1.34 km |
| Uttar Ramchandrapur (p) | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Mollapara | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Chandipur | West | 2.05 km |
| Arazi Dilalpur | East | 2.14 km |
| Kamalpur | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Sadullapur | South | 2.62 km |
| Dakshin Jadupur | South-East | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dilalpur
Dilalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malda Town, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 4.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from English Bazar to Dilalpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Dilalpur is about 5.4 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 Dilalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dilalpur 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 Dilalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dilalpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dilalpur
Where is Dilalpur located?
Dilalpur village is located in English Bazar Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dilalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dilalpur is Kajigram.
What is the pincode of Dilalpur?
The pincode of Dilalpur is 732208.
What is the population of Dilalpur?
Dilalpur has a total population of 1,061, including 559 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Dilalpur?
There are 217 households in Dilalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dilalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dilalpur is 62.68%. Male literacy is 65.65% and female literacy is 59.36%.