Dhatuchhera - Kailashahar, Unakoti
Dhatuchhera is a village situated in the Kailashahar subdivision of Unakoti district, Tripura. It is located approximately 8 km from Gournagar and around 12 km from Kailasahar. Unokoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhatuchhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhatuchhera is 272611. The village covers a total geographical area of 665 hectares and falls under the 799264 pincode. Kailashahar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dhatuchhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhatuchhera
As per Census 2011, Dhatuchhera village has a total population of 990 people, consisting of 489 males and 501 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 508 literate and 482 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 926 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhatuchhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 990 | 489 | 501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 81 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 926 | 457 | 469 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 294 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 482 | 195 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Dhatuchhera
Dhatuchhera 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 Dhatuchhera
Dhatuchhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kailashahar to Dhatuchhera is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kailasahar to Dhatuchhera is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhatuchhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhatuchhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhatuchhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhatuchhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhatuchhera
Where is Dhatuchhera located?
Dhatuchhera village is located in Kailashahar Subdivision, Unakoti district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhatuchhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhatuchhera is Unokoti.
What is the pincode of Dhatuchhera?
The pincode of Dhatuchhera is 799264.
What is the population of Dhatuchhera?
Dhatuchhera has a total population of 990, including 489 males and 501 females.
How many households are there in Dhatuchhera?
There are 220 households in Dhatuchhera.
What is the literacy rate in Dhatuchhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhatuchhera is 51.31%. Male literacy is 60.12% and female literacy is 42.71%.