Dingal

Dingal is a village located in Kotulpur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.6km away from sub-district headquarter Kotulpur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Dingal village. As per 2009 stats, Lowgram is the gram panchayat of Dingal village.

Here you can discover what makes Dingal unique in its vibrant Kotulpur-Bankura region. You’ll see Dingal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Dingal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dingal is 327906. The village spans a total geographical area of 119.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722141. Arambagh is nearest town to Dingal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dingal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Indus Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bishnupur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dingal

According to the 2011 Census, Dingal has a total population of about 565, with approximately 305 males and 260 females. The sex ratio is around 852 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 222 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 77. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.66%, with male literacy at about 70.82% and female literacy near 59.62%. There are around 116 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dingal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 565 305 260
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 71 48 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 222 115 107
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 77 43 34
Literate Population 371 216 155
Illiterate Population 194 89 105

Connectivity of Dingal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dingal. As per the 2011 stats, Dingal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dingal

Knowing the nearby villages of Dingal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dingal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dingal

Where is Dingal located?
Dingal village is situated in Kotulpur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dingal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dingal is Lowgram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dingal?
The pincode of Dingal is 722141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dingal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dingal is 565, with 305 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Dingal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dingal village has a total of 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dingal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dingal is 65.66%. The male literacy rate is 70.82%, while the female literacy rate is 59.62%.