Dapang
About Dapang
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dapang village is 330849. Dapang village is located in Hura subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.8km away from sub-district headquarter Hura (tehsildar office) and 22.2km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Keshergarh is the gram panchayat of Dapang village.
The total geographical area of village is 222.31 hectares. Dapang has a total population of 608 peoples, out of which male population is 313 while female population is 295. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 942 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dapang village is 67.60% out of which 79.87% males and 54.58% females are literate. There are about 115 houses in dapang village. Pincode of dapang village locality is 723148.
When it comes to administration, Dapang village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dapang village comes under Kashipur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Purulia is nearest town to dapang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Dapang
The population details of Dapang cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 313 | 295 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 411 | 250 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 63 | 134 |
Connectivity of Dapang
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dapang
Where is Dapang located?
Dapang village is situated in Hura Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dapang?
The Gram Panchayat of Dapang is Keshergarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dapang?
The pincode of Dapang is 723148, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dapang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dapang is 608, with 313 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Dapang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dapang village has a total of 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dapang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dapang is 67.60%. The male literacy rate is 79.87%, while the female literacy rate is 54.58%.