Dandapur
Dandapur is a village located in Baruipur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.5km away from sub-district headquarter Piyali (tehsildar office) and 41.1km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Brindakhali is the gram panchayat of Dandapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Dandapur unique in its vibrant Baruipur-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Dandapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dandapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dandapur is 333998. The village spans a total geographical area of 108.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743372. Baruipur is nearest town to Dandapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dandapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baruipur Purba Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dandapur
Population of Dandapur
According to the 2011 Census, Dandapur has a total population of about 497, with approximately 258 males and 239 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 73 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 195 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 81. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.80%, with male literacy at about 76.36% and female literacy near 56.49%. There are around 94 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dandapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 258 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 104 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 197 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 61 | 104 |
Connectivity of Dandapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dandapur. As per the 2011 stats, Dandapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dandapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Dandapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dandapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dandapur
- Where is Dandapur located?
- Dandapur village is situated in Baruipur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dandapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dandapur is Brindakhali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dandapur?
- The pincode of Dandapur is 743372, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dandapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dandapur is 497, with 258 males and 239 females.
- How many households are there in Dandapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dandapur village has a total of 94 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dandapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dandapur is 66.80%. The male literacy rate is 76.36%, while the female literacy rate is 56.49%.