Dakshin Latabari - Kalchini, Alipurduar
Dakshin Latabari is a village situated in the Kalchini subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.9 km from Hamiltanganj and around 101 km from Jalpaiguri . Latabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Latabari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Latabari is 307129. The village covers a total geographical area of 567.4 hectares and falls under the 735214 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dakshin Latabari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dakshin Latabari
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Latabari village has a total population of 2,450 people, consisting of 1,254 males and 1,196 females. The village has 509 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,360 literate and 1,090 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,478 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Latabari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,450 | 1,254 | 1,196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 189 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 91 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,478 | 753 | 725 |
| Literate Population | 1,360 | 767 | 593 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,090 | 487 | 603 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Latabari
Dakshin Latabari 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 Latabari
Dakshin Latabari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dakshin Latabari.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipurduar to Dakshin Latabari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Dakshin Latabari is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Latabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Latabari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Latabari
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 Latabari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Latabari
Where is Dakshin Latabari located?
Dakshin Latabari village is located in Kalchini Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Latabari?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Latabari is Latabari.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Latabari?
The pincode of Dakshin Latabari is 735214.
What is the population of Dakshin Latabari?
Dakshin Latabari has a total population of 2,450, including 1,254 males and 1,196 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Latabari?
There are 509 households in Dakshin Latabari.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Latabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Latabari is 55.51%. Male literacy is 61.16% and female literacy is 49.58%.