Purba Dangapara - Chopra, Uttar Dinajpur
Purba Dangapara is a village situated in the Chopra subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopra and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Haptiagachh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Dangapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Dangapara is 308840. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.58 hectares and falls under the 733207 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purba Dangapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Dangapara
As per Census 2011, Purba Dangapara village has a total population of 849 people, consisting of 431 males and 418 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 588 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 291 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Dangapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 849 | 431 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 147 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 336 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 95 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Dangapara
Purba Dangapara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purbba Bansgaonchakla | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Paschim Dangapara | West | 1.46 km |
| Borobila | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Bara Dangapara | South | 2.00 km |
| Purba Bansgaon | North | 3.39 km |
| Banshgaon | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Jhajhri | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Juropani | South | 3.86 km |
| Uttar Ariagaon | East | 4.03 km |
| Dangra Dangri | South | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Dangapara
Purba Dangapara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dumdangi, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.7 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Islampur to Purba Dangapara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Purba Dangapara is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Dangapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Dangapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purba Dangapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Dangapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purba Dangapara
Where is Purba Dangapara located?
Purba Dangapara village is located in Chopra Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Dangapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Dangapara is Haptiagachh.
What is the pincode of Purba Dangapara?
The pincode of Purba Dangapara is 733207.
What is the population of Purba Dangapara?
Purba Dangapara has a total population of 849, including 431 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Purba Dangapara?
There are 177 households in Purba Dangapara.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Dangapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Dangapara is 69.26%. Male literacy is 77.96% and female literacy is 60.29%.