Dwarakapur - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Dwarakapur is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Sreerampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dwarakapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dwarakapur is 345115. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.2 hectares and falls under the 721440 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dwarakapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dwarakapur
As per Census 2011, Dwarakapur village has a total population of 310 people, consisting of 154 males and 156 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dwarakapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 310 | 154 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 136 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 18 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Dwarakapur
Dwarakapur 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 Dwarakapur
Dwarakapur 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 Egra to Dwarakapur 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 Dwarakapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dwarakapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dwarakapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dwarakapur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dwarakapur
Where is Dwarakapur located?
Dwarakapur village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dwarakapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dwarakapur is Sreerampur.
What is the pincode of Dwarakapur?
The pincode of Dwarakapur is 721440.
What is the population of Dwarakapur?
Dwarakapur has a total population of 310, including 154 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Dwarakapur?
There are 71 households in Dwarakapur.
What is the literacy rate in Dwarakapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dwarakapur is 82.58%. Male literacy is 88.31% and female literacy is 76.92%.