Dakshin Rajapur
Dakshin Rajapur is a village located in Bhangar I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.9km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindapur (tehsildar office) and 34.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Durgapur is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Rajapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Dakshin Rajapur unique in its vibrant Bhangar I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Dakshin Rajapur’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 Dakshin Rajapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakshin Rajapur is 333694. The village spans a total geographical area of 100.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743507. Calcutta is nearest town to Dakshin Rajapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dakshin Rajapur 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 Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dakshin Rajapur
Population of Dakshin Rajapur
According to the 2011 Census, Dakshin Rajapur has a total population of about 2,865, with approximately 1,425 males and 1,440 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 430 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 307 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.53%, with male literacy at about 68.00% and female literacy near 59.10%. There are around 569 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dakshin Rajapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,865 | 1,425 | 1,440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 206 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 159 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,820 | 969 | 851 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,045 | 456 | 589 |
Connectivity of Dakshin Rajapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakshin Rajapur. As per the 2011 stats, Dakshin Rajapur 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Rajapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakshin Rajapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakshin Rajapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakshin Rajapur
- Where is Dakshin Rajapur located?
- Dakshin Rajapur village is situated in Bhangar I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Rajapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Rajapur is Durgapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dakshin Rajapur?
- The pincode of Dakshin Rajapur is 743507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakshin Rajapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakshin Rajapur is 2,865, with 1,425 males and 1,440 females.
- How many households are there in Dakshin Rajapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakshin Rajapur village has a total of 569 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Rajapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakshin Rajapur is 63.53%. The male literacy rate is 68.00%, while the female literacy rate is 59.10%.