Dostapur
Dostapur is a village located in Falta subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.6km away from sub-district headquarter Falta (tehsildar office) and 33.4km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Fatepur is the gram panchayat of Dostapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Dostapur unique in its vibrant Falta-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Dostapur’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 Dostapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dostapur is 334279. The village spans a total geographical area of 83.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743504. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Dostapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Dostapur
Population of Dostapur
According to the 2011 Census, Dostapur has a total population of about 2,538, with approximately 1,291 males and 1,247 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 283 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 867 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 70.69%, with male literacy at about 74.52% and female literacy near 66.72%. There are around 592 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dostapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,538 | 1,291 | 1,247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 137 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 867 | 447 | 420 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,794 | 962 | 832 |
| Illiterate Population | 744 | 329 | 415 |
Connectivity of Dostapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dostapur. As per the 2011 stats, Dostapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dostapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Dostapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dostapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dostapur
- Where is Dostapur located?
- Dostapur village is situated in Falta Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dostapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dostapur is Fatepur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dostapur?
- The pincode of Dostapur is 743504, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dostapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dostapur is 2,538, with 1,291 males and 1,247 females.
- How many households are there in Dostapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dostapur village has a total of 592 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dostapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dostapur is 70.69%. The male literacy rate is 74.52%, while the female literacy rate is 66.72%.