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.
Dakshin Rajapur has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Dakshin Rajapur
Below is a concise population overview of Dakshin Rajapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dakshin Rajapur village:
- The total population of Dakshin Rajapur village is around 2,865, including approximately 1,425 males and 1,440 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 430 children aged 0–6 years in Dakshin Rajapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dakshin Rajapur village has 307 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dakshin Rajapur village is about 63.53%, with male literacy at 68.00% and female literacy at 59.10%.
- There are around 569 households in Dakshin Rajapur village.
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%.