Kamdebpur - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Kamdebpur is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6 km from Ramganga and around 97 km from Alipore. Achintyanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamdebpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamdebpur is 335381. The village covers a total geographical area of 533.6 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Kamdebpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kamdebpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kamdebpur village had a total population of 3,131 people, including 1,591 males and 1,540 females, living in 670 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 79.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 625, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 3,131 | 1,591 | 1,540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 195 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 625 | 303 | 322 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,316 | 1,249 | 1,067 |
| Illiterate Population | 815 | 342 | 473 |
Nearby Villages of Kamdebpur
Kamdebpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishnupur | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Lakshmi Janardanpur | East | 2.82 km |
| Purba Chintamonipur | North | 2.91 km |
| Achintya Nagar | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Kumarpur | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Lakshmipur | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Paschim Sripatinagar | East | 4.17 km |
| Banashyam Nagar | South | 4.43 km |
| Maheshpur | North | 4.49 km |
| Indraprastha | North-West | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kamdebpur
Kamdebpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Namkhana, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.2 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Kamdebpur is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kamdebpur is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamdebpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamdebpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kamdebpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamdebpur 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 Kamdebpur
Where is Kamdebpur located?
Kamdebpur village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamdebpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamdebpur is Achintyanagar.
What is the pincode of Kamdebpur?
The pincode of Kamdebpur is 743371.
What is the population of Kamdebpur?
Kamdebpur had a total population of 3,131, including 1,591 males and 1,540 females.
How many households are there in Kamdebpur?
Kamdebpur had 670 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamdebpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamdebpur was 84.62%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 79.57%.