Dakshin Syampur - Itahar, Uttar Dinajpur
Dakshin Syampur is a village situated in the Itahar subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. Joyhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Syampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Syampur is 310299. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.69 hectares and falls under the 733128 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Dakshin Syampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dakshin Syampur
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Syampur village has a total population of 771 people, consisting of 381 males and 390 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 357 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Syampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 771 | 381 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 93 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 68 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 179 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 202 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Syampur
Dakshin Syampur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dakshin Syampur
Dakshin Syampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malda to Dakshin Syampur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Syampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Syampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Syampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakshin Syampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Syampur
Where is Dakshin Syampur located?
Dakshin Syampur village is located in Itahar Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Syampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Syampur is Joyhat.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Syampur?
The pincode of Dakshin Syampur is 733128.
What is the population of Dakshin Syampur?
Dakshin Syampur has a total population of 771, including 381 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Syampur?
There are 153 households in Dakshin Syampur.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Syampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Syampur is 46.30%. Male literacy is 46.98% and female literacy is 45.64%.