Dayapur - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Dayapur is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.4 km from Gosaba and around 102 km from Alipore. Satjelia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dayapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dayapur is 335163. The village covers a total geographical area of 633.4 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Dayapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dayapur
According to the 2011 Census, Dayapur village had a total population of 4,972 people, including 2,570 males and 2,402 females, living in 1,215 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.03%, with male literacy at 91.09% and female literacy at 76.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4,091, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 723.
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 | 4,972 | 2,570 | 2,402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 488 | 259 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,091 | 2,121 | 1,970 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 723 | 365 | 358 |
| Literate Population | 3,768 | 2,105 | 1,663 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,204 | 465 | 739 |
Nearby Villages of Dayapur
Dayapur 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 Dayapur
Dayapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Dayapur is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dayapur is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dayapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dayapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dayapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dayapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dayapur
Where is Dayapur located?
Dayapur village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dayapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dayapur is Satjelia.
What is the pincode of Dayapur?
The pincode of Dayapur is 743370.
What is the population of Dayapur?
Dayapur had a total population of 4,972, including 2,570 males and 2,402 females.
How many households are there in Dayapur?
Dayapur had 1,215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dayapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dayapur was 84.03%. Male literacy was 91.09% and female literacy was 76.53%.