Dadpur - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Dadpur is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.4 km from Piyali and around 33.1 km from Alipore. Shankarpur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadpur is 333952. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.55 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Dadpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadpur
According to the 2011 Census, Dadpur village had a total population of 3,688 people, including 1,921 males and 1,767 females, living in 785 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.32%, with male literacy at 76.03% and female literacy at 70.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161.
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 | 3,688 | 1,921 | 1,767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 491 | 252 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,344 | 1,269 | 1,075 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,344 | 652 | 692 |
Nearby Villages of Dadpur
Dadpur 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 Dadpur
Dadpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dadpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Dadpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dadpur is about 33.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dadpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dadpur
Where is Dadpur located?
Dadpur village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dadpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadpur is Shankarpur-i.
What is the pincode of Dadpur?
The pincode of Dadpur is 700144.
What is the population of Dadpur?
Dadpur had a total population of 3,688, including 1,921 males and 1,767 females.
How many households are there in Dadpur?
Dadpur had 785 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadpur was 73.32%. Male literacy was 76.03% and female literacy was 70.35%.