Daspur - Jamalpur, Purba Bardhaman
Daspur is a village situated in the Jamalpur subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.3 km from Jamalpur. Jaragram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daspur is 320685. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.05 hectares and falls under the 713408 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Daspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Daspur
As per Census 2011, Daspur village has a total population of 2,195 people, consisting of 1,103 males and 1,092 females. The village has 520 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,633 literate and 562 illiterate residents. Additionally, 681 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,195 | 1,103 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 95 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 681 | 326 | 355 |
| Literate Population | 1,633 | 903 | 730 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 200 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Daspur
Daspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bara Tikra | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Dakshin Mohanpur | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Ramkrishnapur | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Antpara | South | 1.62 km |
| Jargram | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Nandanpur | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Amarpur | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Mirzzapur | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Satgharia | North | 1.86 km |
| Ujirpur | West | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daspur
Public transport in the Daspur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Tarakeswar to Daspur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daspur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Daspur
Where is Daspur located?
Daspur village is located in Jamalpur Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Daspur is Jaragram.
What is the pincode of Daspur?
The pincode of Daspur is 713408.
What is the population of Daspur?
Daspur has a total population of 2,195, including 1,103 males and 1,092 females.
How many households are there in Daspur?
There are 520 households in Daspur.
What is the literacy rate in Daspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daspur is 74.40%. Male literacy is 81.87% and female literacy is 66.85%.