Depal - Ramnagar - II, Purba Medinipur
Depal is a village situated in the Ramnagar - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Depal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Depal is 347021. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.07 hectares and falls under the 721453 pincode. Digha is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Depal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Depal
According to the 2011 Census, Depal village had a total population of 3,359 people, including 1,705 males and 1,654 females, living in 694 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.77%, with male literacy at 95.58% and female literacy at 85.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 248, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,359 | 1,705 | 1,654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 145 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 123 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,782 | 1,491 | 1,291 |
| Illiterate Population | 577 | 214 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Depal
Depal 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 Depal
Public transport in the Depal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Digha to Depal is about 11 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 Depal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Depal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Depal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Depal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Depal
Where is Depal located?
Depal village is located in Ramnagar - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Depal?
Depal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Depal?
The pincode of Depal is 721453.
What is the population of Depal?
Depal had a total population of 3,359, including 1,705 males and 1,654 females.
How many households are there in Depal?
Depal had 694 households.
What is the literacy rate in Depal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Depal was 90.77%. Male literacy was 95.58% and female literacy was 85.78%.