Dalgaon Forest - Falakata, Alipurduar
Dalgaon Forest is a village situated in the Falakata subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.9 km from Falakata and around 60.9 km from Jalpaiguri . Dalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalgaon Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalgaon Forest is 307345. The village covers a total geographical area of 4237.5 hectares and falls under the 735204 pincode. Gairkata is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dalgaon Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dalgaon Forest
As per Census 2011, Dalgaon Forest village has a total population of 317 people, consisting of 162 males and 155 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 136 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 291 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dalgaon Forest are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 317 | 162 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 150 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 82 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 80 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Dalgaon Forest
Dalgaon Forest 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tasti Tea Garden | East | 2.01 km |
| Sishabari Sarugaon | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Chengmaritari | West | 2.47 km |
| Dalgaon Tea Garden | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Ethelbari Tea Garden | West | 3.76 km |
| Alinagar | South | 3.94 km |
| Dalgaon | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Mechhua Dhurabala Bathan | West | 4.95 km |
| Dimdima Tea Garden | North | 5.21 km |
| Narasingpur | North-West | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dalgaon Forest
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dalgaon Forest. The nearest railway station is Dalgaon, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gairkata to Dalgaon Forest is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Dalgaon Forest is about 60.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalgaon Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalgaon Forest 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dalgaon Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalgaon Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dalgaon Forest
Where is Dalgaon Forest located?
Dalgaon Forest village is located in Falakata Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalgaon Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalgaon Forest is Dalgaon.
What is the pincode of Dalgaon Forest?
The pincode of Dalgaon Forest is 735204.
What is the population of Dalgaon Forest?
Dalgaon Forest has a total population of 317, including 162 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Dalgaon Forest?
There are 68 households in Dalgaon Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Dalgaon Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalgaon Forest is 42.90%. Male literacy is 50.62% and female literacy is 34.84%.