Dakshin Naogaon - Sainthia, Birbhum
Dakshin Naogaon is a village situated in the Sainthia subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Panrui serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Naogaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Naogaon is 317442. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 731201 pincode. Suri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dakshin Naogaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Labhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakshin Naogaon
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Naogaon village has a total population of 598 people, consisting of 302 males and 296 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 334 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Naogaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 598 | 302 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 50 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 84 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 32 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 179 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 123 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Naogaon
Dakshin Naogaon 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 Naogaon
Dakshin Naogaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Suri to Dakshin Naogaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Naogaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Naogaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Naogaon
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 Naogaon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Naogaon
Where is Dakshin Naogaon located?
Dakshin Naogaon village is located in Sainthia Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Naogaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Naogaon is Panrui.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Naogaon?
The pincode of Dakshin Naogaon is 731201.
What is the population of Dakshin Naogaon?
Dakshin Naogaon has a total population of 598, including 302 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Naogaon?
There are 132 households in Dakshin Naogaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Naogaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Naogaon is 55.85%. Male literacy is 59.27% and female literacy is 52.36%.