Dandapur
Dandapur is a village located in Contai I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Contai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Dandapur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Raipur Paschimbarh is the gram panchayat of Dandapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Dandapur unique in its vibrant Contai I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Dandapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dandapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dandapur is 346164. The village spans a total geographical area of 17.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721401. Contai is nearest town to Dandapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Dandapur
Population of Dandapur
According to the 2011 Census, Dandapur has a total population of about 387, with approximately 199 males and 188 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 33 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.39%, with male literacy at about 84.42% and female literacy near 61.70%. There are around 79 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dandapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 199 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 284 | 168 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 31 | 72 |
Connectivity of Dandapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dandapur. As per the 2011 stats, Dandapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dandapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Dandapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dandapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dandapur
- Where is Dandapur located?
- Dandapur village is situated in Contai I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dandapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dandapur is Raipur Paschimbarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dandapur?
- The pincode of Dandapur is 721401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dandapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dandapur is 387, with 199 males and 188 females.
- How many households are there in Dandapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dandapur village has a total of 79 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dandapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dandapur is 73.39%. The male literacy rate is 84.42%, while the female literacy rate is 61.70%.