Dandapur - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Dandapur is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.5 km from Piyali and around 41.1 km from Alipore. Brindakhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandapur is 333998. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.46 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dandapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandapur
As per Census 2011, Dandapur village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 258 males and 239 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 332 literate and 165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 195 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 258 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 104 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 197 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 61 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Dandapur
Dandapur 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Joyatala | North-East | 0.63 km |
| Mautala | South | 1.13 km |
| Nabagram | West | 1.42 km |
| Paruldaha | North | 1.69 km |
| Beledahari | West | 2.52 km |
| Hogaldahari | South | 2.77 km |
| Saidpur | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Uttar Arunnagar | South | 3.04 km |
| Dewanganj | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Teurhat | West | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dandapur
Public transport in the Dandapur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Surjyapur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.6 km.
| 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 Dandapur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dandapur is about 41.1 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 Dandapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dandapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dandapur
Where is Dandapur located?
Dandapur village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandapur is Brindakhali.
What is the pincode of Dandapur?
The pincode of Dandapur is 700144.
What is the population of Dandapur?
Dandapur has a total population of 497, including 258 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Dandapur?
There are 94 households in Dandapur.
What is the literacy rate in Dandapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandapur is 66.80%. Male literacy is 76.36% and female literacy is 56.49%.