Dakshin Gram - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Dakshin Gram is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 41.5 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dakshingram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Gram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Gram is 316590. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.67 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dakshin Gram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dakshin Gram
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Gram village has a total population of 2,589 people, consisting of 1,336 males and 1,253 females. The village has 616 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 314 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,489 literate and 1,100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,765 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Gram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,589 | 1,336 | 1,253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 180 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,765 | 904 | 861 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,489 | 833 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,100 | 503 | 597 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Gram
Dakshin Gram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paikpara | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Kalitara | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Nandigram | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Ratma | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Pahana | West | 1.87 km |
| Dhanghara | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Beguna | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Dewanganj | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Hazipur | East | 2.45 km |
| Pandulia | South-West | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dakshin Gram
Dakshin Gram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mallarpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sainthia to Dakshin Gram is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Dakshin Gram is about 41.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Gram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Gram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Gram
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 Gram 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Gram
Where is Dakshin Gram located?
Dakshin Gram village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Gram?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Gram is Dakshingram.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Gram?
The pincode of Dakshin Gram is 731216.
What is the population of Dakshin Gram?
Dakshin Gram has a total population of 2,589, including 1,336 males and 1,253 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Gram?
There are 616 households in Dakshin Gram.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Gram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Gram is 57.51%. Male literacy is 62.35% and female literacy is 52.35%.