Kamalpur - Sagar, South 24 Parganas
Kamalpur is a village situated in the Sagar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.1 km from Rudranagar and around 101 km from Alipore. Rudranagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamalpur is 335261. The village covers a total geographical area of 572.02 hectares and falls under the 743373 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Kamalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kamalpur
As per Census 2011, Kamalpur village has a total population of 6,602 people, consisting of 3,397 males and 3,205 females. The village has 1,346 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 777 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,872 literate and 1,730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 471 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,602 | 3,397 | 3,205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 777 | 397 | 380 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 471 | 240 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,872 | 2,668 | 2,204 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,730 | 729 | 1,001 |
Nearby Villages of Kamalpur
Kamalpur 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 Kamalpur
Kamalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Diamond Harbour to Kamalpur is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kamalpur is about 101 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 Kamalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kamalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kamalpur
Where is Kamalpur located?
Kamalpur village is located in Sagar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamalpur is Rudranagar.
What is the pincode of Kamalpur?
The pincode of Kamalpur is 743373.
What is the population of Kamalpur?
Kamalpur has a total population of 6,602, including 3,397 males and 3,205 females.
How many households are there in Kamalpur?
There are 1,346 households in Kamalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamalpur is 73.80%. Male literacy is 78.54% and female literacy is 68.77%.