Dattapara - Swarupnagar, North 24 Parganas
Dattapara is a village situated in the Swarupnagar subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.6 km from Swarupnagar and around 51.9 km from Barasat. Gobindapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dattapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dattapara is 322824. The village covers a total geographical area of 363.41 hectares and falls under the 743247 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Dattapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dattapara
As per Census 2011, Dattapara village has a total population of 8,532 people, consisting of 4,347 males and 4,185 females. The village has 2,135 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,001 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,640 literate and 2,892 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,670 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dattapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,532 | 4,347 | 4,185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,001 | 518 | 483 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,670 | 841 | 829 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 5,640 | 3,054 | 2,586 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,892 | 1,293 | 1,599 |
Nearby Villages of Dattapara
Dattapara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saiyadkati | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Nirman | West | 1.76 km |
| Gunrajpur | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Balki | North | 2.06 km |
| Bithari | East | 2.41 km |
| Raghab Kati | West | 2.65 km |
| Purba Polta | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Gobindapur | North | 3.45 km |
| Sarapul | West | 3.54 km |
| Balti | South-East | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dattapara
Dattapara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bhyabla Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basirhat to Dattapara is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Dattapara is about 51.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dattapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dattapara 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 Dattapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dattapara 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 Dattapara
Where is Dattapara located?
Dattapara village is located in Swarupnagar Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dattapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dattapara is Gobindapur.
What is the pincode of Dattapara?
The pincode of Dattapara is 743247.
What is the population of Dattapara?
Dattapara has a total population of 8,532, including 4,347 males and 4,185 females.
How many households are there in Dattapara?
There are 2,135 households in Dattapara.
What is the literacy rate in Dattapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dattapara is 66.10%. Male literacy is 70.26% and female literacy is 61.79%.