Danghara - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Danghara is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 71.7 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kushmore-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Danghara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danghara is 316141. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.24 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Danghara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalhati Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Danghara
As per Census 2011, Danghara village has a total population of 4,070 people, consisting of 2,110 males and 1,960 females. The village has 987 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 632 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,194 literate and 1,876 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Danghara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,070 | 2,110 | 1,960 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 632 | 332 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 104 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 2,194 | 1,164 | 1,030 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,876 | 946 | 930 |
Nearby Villages of Danghara
Danghara 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 Danghara
Danghara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Danghara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Danghara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Danghara is about 71.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danghara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danghara 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Danghara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danghara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Danghara
Where is Danghara located?
Danghara village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danghara?
The Gram Panchayat of Danghara is Kushmore-ii.
What is the pincode of Danghara?
The pincode of Danghara is 731221.
What is the population of Danghara?
Danghara has a total population of 4,070, including 2,110 males and 1,960 females.
How many households are there in Danghara?
There are 987 households in Danghara.
What is the literacy rate in Danghara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danghara is 53.91%. Male literacy is 55.17% and female literacy is 52.55%.