Dulalpur - Manbazar - I, Purulia
Dulalpur is a village situated in the Manbazar - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.9 km from Manbazar and around 41.4 km from Purulia. Chandra-pairachali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dulalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dulalpur is 332012. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.47 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Dulalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dulalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Dulalpur village had a total population of 222 people, including 114 males and 108 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.70%, with male literacy at 46.23% and female literacy at 32.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 222.
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 | 222 | 114 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 114 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 49 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 65 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Dulalpur
Dulalpur 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 Dulalpur
Dulalpur 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 >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 Puruliya to Dulalpur is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Dulalpur is about 41.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dulalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dulalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dulalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dulalpur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dulalpur
Where is Dulalpur located?
Dulalpur village is located in Manbazar - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dulalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dulalpur is Chandra-pairachali.
What is the pincode of Dulalpur?
The pincode of Dulalpur is 723131.
What is the population of Dulalpur?
Dulalpur had a total population of 222, including 114 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Dulalpur?
Dulalpur had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dulalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dulalpur was 39.70%. Male literacy was 46.23% and female literacy was 32.26%.