Dakshin Gazipur - Bhangar - I, South 24 Parganas
Dakshin Gazipur is a village situated in the Bhangar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.1 km from Gobindapur and around 25.5 km from Alipore. Narayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Gazipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Gazipur is 333626. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.9 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Canning Town is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Dakshin Gazipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakshin Gazipur
According to the 2011 Census, Dakshin Gazipur village had a total population of 664 people, including 350 males and 314 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.29%, with male literacy at 91.48% and female literacy at 84.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155.
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 | 664 | 350 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 45 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 279 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 71 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Gazipur
Dakshin Gazipur 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 Dakshin Gazipur
Dakshin Gazipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning Town to Dakshin Gazipur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dakshin Gazipur is about 25.5 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 Dakshin Gazipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Gazipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Gazipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakshin Gazipur 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 Dakshin Gazipur
Where is Dakshin Gazipur located?
Dakshin Gazipur village is located in Bhangar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Gazipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Gazipur is Narayanpur.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Gazipur?
The pincode of Dakshin Gazipur is 743502.
What is the population of Dakshin Gazipur?
Dakshin Gazipur had a total population of 664, including 350 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Gazipur?
Dakshin Gazipur had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Gazipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Gazipur was 88.29%. Male literacy was 91.48% and female literacy was 84.86%.