Dasagram - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Dasagram is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.1 km from Ghughumari and around 20 km from Cooch Behar. Chilkirhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dasagram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dasagram is 308157. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.07 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dasagram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Cooch behar Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dasagram
According to the 2011 Census, Dasagram village had a total population of 375 people, including 190 males and 185 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.02%, with male literacy at 91.25% and female literacy at 72.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 289.
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 | 375 | 190 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 149 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 146 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 44 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Dasagram
Dasagram 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 Dasagram
Dasagram 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cooch Behar to Dasagram is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Dasagram is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dasagram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dasagram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dasagram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dasagram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dasagram
Where is Dasagram located?
Dasagram village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dasagram?
The Gram Panchayat of Dasagram is Chilkirhat.
What is the pincode of Dasagram?
The pincode of Dasagram is 736157.
What is the population of Dasagram?
Dasagram had a total population of 375, including 190 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Dasagram?
Dasagram had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dasagram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dasagram was 82.02%. Male literacy was 91.25% and female literacy was 72.61%.