Dafarpota - Krishnagar - I, Nadia
Dafarpota is a village situated in the Krishnagar - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baruihuda and around 19.9 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Assannagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dafarpota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dafarpota is 321761. The village covers a total geographical area of 1184.13 hectares and falls under the 741167 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dafarpota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Krishnanagar Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dafarpota
According to the 2011 Census, Dafarpota village had a total population of 9,295 people, including 4,873 males and 4,422 females, living in 2,047 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.94%, with male literacy at 77.14% and female literacy at 64.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5,749, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 524.
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 | 9,295 | 4,873 | 4,422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 917 | 494 | 423 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,749 | 3,019 | 2,730 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 524 | 272 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 5,943 | 3,378 | 2,565 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,352 | 1,495 | 1,857 |
Nearby Villages of Dafarpota
Dafarpota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nidhirpota | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Tarinipur | South | 2.60 km |
| Bhairab Chandrapur | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Asannagar | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Bhimpur | North | 2.99 km |
| Betna | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Huda Chapra | South | 3.31 km |
| Raypur | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Pukurgachhi | North | 3.52 km |
| Momar Pur | East | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dafarpota
Dafarpota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarak Nagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Krishnagar to Dafarpota is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Dafarpota is about 19.9 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 Dafarpota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dafarpota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dafarpota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dafarpota 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dafarpota
Where is Dafarpota located?
Dafarpota village is located in Krishnagar - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dafarpota?
The Gram Panchayat of Dafarpota is Assannagar.
What is the pincode of Dafarpota?
The pincode of Dafarpota is 741167.
What is the population of Dafarpota?
Dafarpota had a total population of 9,295, including 4,873 males and 4,422 females.
How many households are there in Dafarpota?
Dafarpota had 2,047 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dafarpota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dafarpota was 70.94%. Male literacy was 77.14% and female literacy was 64.14%.