Dapur - Keshpur, Paschim Medinipur
Dapur is a village situated in the Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Golar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dapur is 338274. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.44 hectares and falls under the 721260 pincode. Midnapore is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Dapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dapur
As per Census 2011, Dapur village has a total population of 559 people, consisting of 295 males and 264 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 401 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 553 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 559 | 295 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 553 | 294 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 237 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 58 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Dapur
Dapur 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 Dapur
Dapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Midnapore to Dapur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dapur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dapur
Where is Dapur located?
Dapur village is located in Keshpur Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dapur is Golar.
What is the pincode of Dapur?
The pincode of Dapur is 721260.
What is the population of Dapur?
Dapur has a total population of 559, including 295 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Dapur?
There are 102 households in Dapur.
What is the literacy rate in Dapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dapur is 71.74%. Male literacy is 80.34% and female literacy is 62.12%.