Dantura - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Dantura is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 82.7 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Mitrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dantura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dantura is 316115. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.92 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Jangipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dantura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dantura
As per Census 2011, Dantura village has a total population of 6,870 people, consisting of 3,442 males and 3,428 females. The village has 1,751 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,119 literate and 3,751 illiterate residents. Additionally, 373 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dantura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,870 | 3,442 | 3,428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,220 | 626 | 594 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 190 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,119 | 1,649 | 1,470 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,751 | 1,793 | 1,958 |
Nearby Villages of Dantura
Dantura 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 Dantura
Dantura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dantura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Jangipur to Dantura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Dantura is about 82.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dantura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dantura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dantura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dantura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dantura
Where is Dantura located?
Dantura village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dantura?
The Gram Panchayat of Dantura is Mitrapur.
What is the pincode of Dantura?
The pincode of Dantura is 731221.
What is the population of Dantura?
Dantura has a total population of 6,870, including 3,442 males and 3,428 females.
How many households are there in Dantura?
There are 1,751 households in Dantura.
What is the literacy rate in Dantura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dantura is 45.40%. Male literacy is 47.91% and female literacy is 42.88%.