Depara - Habra - II, North 24 Parganas
Depara is a village situated in the Habra - II subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.6 km from Guma and around 21.9 km from Barasat. Beraberi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Depara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Depara is 322922. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.6 hectares and falls under the 743702 pincode. Habra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Depara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Depara
As per Census 2011, Depara village has a total population of 1,331 people, consisting of 682 males and 649 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 719 literate and 612 illiterate residents. Additionally, 935 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 175 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Depara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,331 | 682 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 81 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 935 | 478 | 457 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 91 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 420 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 262 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Depara
Depara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghunathpur | West | 1.02 km |
| Khorddadepara | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Natni | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Matiagachha | North | 1.30 km |
| Pabdara | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Beraberi | South | 1.73 km |
| Buzrukdigha | East | 1.93 km |
| Kasarpara | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Basatpur | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Urala | West | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Depara
Depara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kanchrapara, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.1 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 Habra to Depara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Depara is about 21.9 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 Depara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Depara 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Depara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Depara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Depara
Where is Depara located?
Depara village is located in Habra - II Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Depara?
The Gram Panchayat of Depara is Beraberi.
What is the pincode of Depara?
The pincode of Depara is 743702.
What is the population of Depara?
Depara has a total population of 1,331, including 682 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Depara?
There are 353 households in Depara.
What is the literacy rate in Depara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Depara is 54.02%. Male literacy is 61.58% and female literacy is 46.07%.