Dingelpota - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Dingelpota is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.1 km from Rajpur and around 25.6 km from Alipore. Bangooghly-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dingelpota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dingelpota is 333577. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.39 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Dingelpota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonarpur Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dingelpota
As per Census 2011, Dingelpota village has a total population of 1,614 people, consisting of 839 males and 775 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,275 literate and 339 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,490 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dingelpota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,614 | 839 | 775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 53 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,490 | 774 | 716 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,275 | 706 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 133 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Dingelpota
Dingelpota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Joyenpur | West | 0.88 km |
| Hogalkuria | West | 1.58 km |
| Palghat | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Banhugli | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Sarmastapur | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Chak Kalmi | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Salpukuria | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Baruli | South | 3.24 km |
| Bakeswar | West | 3.41 km |
| Raghabpur | West | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dingelpota
Dingelpota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Subhas Gram, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpur to Dingelpota is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dingelpota is about 25.6 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 Dingelpota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dingelpota 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dingelpota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dingelpota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dingelpota
Where is Dingelpota located?
Dingelpota village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dingelpota?
The Gram Panchayat of Dingelpota is Bangooghly-i.
What is the pincode of Dingelpota?
The pincode of Dingelpota is 743330.
What is the population of Dingelpota?
Dingelpota has a total population of 1,614, including 839 males and 775 females.
How many households are there in Dingelpota?
There are 392 households in Dingelpota.
What is the literacy rate in Dingelpota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dingelpota is 79.00%. Male literacy is 84.15% and female literacy is 73.42%.