Dolmalpur - Habibpur, Malda
Dolmalpur is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.8 km from Habibpur and around 18.4 km from English Bazar. Bulbulchandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dolmalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dolmalpur is 313132. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.71 hectares and falls under the 732121 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dolmalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habibpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dolmalpur
As per Census 2011, Dolmalpur village has a total population of 845 people, consisting of 422 males and 423 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 317 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 373 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dolmalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 845 | 422 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 74 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 164 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 373 | 185 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 179 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 243 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Dolmalpur
Dolmalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dahar Langi | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Kassiadanga | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Kokabirni | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Mohanpur Inlis | West | 1.48 km |
| Kalpechi | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Anail | East | 1.71 km |
| Dhala Kandar | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Mastapara | North | 1.80 km |
| Amarpur | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Talpukur | South | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dolmalpur
Dolmalpur 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 11.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Dolmalpur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Dolmalpur is about 18.4 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 Dolmalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dolmalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dolmalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dolmalpur 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 Dolmalpur
Where is Dolmalpur located?
Dolmalpur village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dolmalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dolmalpur is Bulbulchandi.
What is the pincode of Dolmalpur?
The pincode of Dolmalpur is 732121.
What is the population of Dolmalpur?
Dolmalpur has a total population of 845, including 422 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Dolmalpur?
There are 204 households in Dolmalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dolmalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolmalpur is 37.04%. Male literacy is 42.42% and female literacy is 31.68%.