Kamalpur - Daspur - II, Paschim Medinipur
Kamalpur is a village situated in the Daspur - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Kamalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamalpur is 337989. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.47 hectares and falls under the 721212 pincode. Ghatal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kamalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kamalpur
As per Census 2011, Kamalpur village has a total population of 4,124 people, consisting of 2,069 males and 2,055 females. The village has 834 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 445 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,041 literate and 1,083 illiterate residents. Additionally, 456 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,124 | 2,069 | 2,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 445 | 214 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 456 | 213 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 3,041 | 1,646 | 1,395 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,083 | 423 | 660 |
Nearby Villages of Kamalpur
Kamalpur 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 Kamalpur
Kamalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ghatal to Kamalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kamalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kamalpur
Where is Kamalpur located?
Kamalpur village is located in Daspur - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamalpur?
Kamalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kamalpur?
The pincode of Kamalpur is 721212.
What is the population of Kamalpur?
Kamalpur has a total population of 4,124, including 2,069 males and 2,055 females.
How many households are there in Kamalpur?
There are 834 households in Kamalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamalpur is 73.74%. Male literacy is 79.56% and female literacy is 67.88%.