Dakshin Kasila - Murarai - I, Birbhum
Dakshin Kasila is a village situated in the Murarai - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murarai and around 73.6 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Chatra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Kasila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Kasila is 316061. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.17 hectares and falls under the 731222 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Dakshin Kasila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dakshin Kasila
According to the 2011 Census, Dakshin Kasila village had a total population of 1,036 people, including 535 males and 501 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.14%, with male literacy at 68.58% and female literacy at 59.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,036 | 535 | 501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 64 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 55 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 323 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 212 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Kasila
Dakshin Kasila 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 Kasila
Dakshin Kasila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dakshin Kasila.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rampurhat to Dakshin Kasila is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Dakshin Kasila is about 73.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Kasila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Kasila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Kasila
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 Kasila 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Kasila
Where is Dakshin Kasila located?
Dakshin Kasila village is located in Murarai - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Kasila?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Kasila is Chatra.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Kasila?
The pincode of Dakshin Kasila is 731222.
What is the population of Dakshin Kasila?
Dakshin Kasila had a total population of 1,036, including 535 males and 501 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Kasila?
Dakshin Kasila had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Kasila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Kasila was 64.14%. Male literacy was 68.58% and female literacy was 59.41%.