Dhulapahari - Kashipur, Purulia

Dhulapahari is a village situated in the Kashipur subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.7 km from Kashipur and around 47.9 km from Purulia. Barrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhulapahari village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhulapahari is 330713. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.63 hectares and falls under the 723121 pincode. R.n.pur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.

Dhulapahari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.

Population of Dhulapahari

According to the 2011 Census, Dhulapahari village had a total population of 305 people, including 152 males and 153 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.75%, with male literacy at 37.78% and female literacy at 13.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 305.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Dhulapahari

Dhulapahari 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Dhulapahari

Dhulapahari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sirjam, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.3 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from R.n.pur to Dhulapahari is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Dhulapahari is about 47.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Dhulapahari

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhulapahari village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Dhulapahari

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhulapahari village are given below:

FAQs about Dhulapahari