Dakshin Madhusudanpur - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Dakshin Madhusudanpur is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 28.4 km from Ramganga and around 72.7 km from Alipore. Dakshin Gangadharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Madhusudanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Madhusudanpur is 335326. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.2 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dakshin Madhusudanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dakshin Madhusudanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Dakshin Madhusudanpur village had a total population of 2,894 people, including 1,390 males and 1,504 females, living in 510 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.88%, with male literacy at 67.88% and female literacy at 48.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 643, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,894 | 1,390 | 1,504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 477 | 235 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 643 | 328 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,399 | 784 | 615 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,495 | 606 | 889 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Madhusudanpur
Dakshin Madhusudanpur 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 Madhusudanpur
Dakshin Madhusudanpur 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 Diamond Harbour to Dakshin Madhusudanpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dakshin Madhusudanpur is about 72.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Madhusudanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Madhusudanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Madhusudanpur
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 Madhusudanpur 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 Dakshin Madhusudanpur
Where is Dakshin Madhusudanpur located?
Dakshin Madhusudanpur village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Madhusudanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Madhusudanpur is Dakshin Gangadharpur.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Madhusudanpur?
The pincode of Dakshin Madhusudanpur is 743371.
What is the population of Dakshin Madhusudanpur?
Dakshin Madhusudanpur had a total population of 2,894, including 1,390 males and 1,504 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Madhusudanpur?
Dakshin Madhusudanpur had 510 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Madhusudanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Madhusudanpur was 57.88%. Male literacy was 67.88% and female literacy was 48.73%.