Dilalpur - Maldah (Old), Malda
Dilalpur is a village situated in the Maldah (Old) subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 41.2 km from Narayanpur and around 2.9 km from English Bazar. Sahapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dilalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dilalpur is 313319. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.7 hectares and falls under the 732128 pincode. Mangalbari is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dilalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dilalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Dilalpur village had a total population of 474 people, including 243 males and 231 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.28%, with male literacy at 66.33% and female literacy at 58.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 243 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 132 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 111 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Dilalpur
Dilalpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dilalpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dilalpur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dilalpur.
| 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 Mangalbari to Dilalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Dilalpur is about 2.9 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dilalpur
Where is Dilalpur located?
Dilalpur village is located in Maldah (Old) Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dilalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dilalpur is Sahapur.
What is the pincode of Dilalpur?
The pincode of Dilalpur is 732128.
What is the population of Dilalpur?
Dilalpur had a total population of 474, including 243 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Dilalpur?
Dilalpur had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dilalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dilalpur was 62.28%. Male literacy was 66.33% and female literacy was 58.16%.