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
As per Census 2011, Dasagram village has a total population of 375 people, consisting of 190 males and 185 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 260 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 289 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dasagram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 375 | 190 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 149 | 140 |
| 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 has a total population of 375, including 190 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Dasagram?
There are 91 households in Dasagram.
What is the literacy rate in Dasagram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dasagram is 69.33%. Male literacy is 76.84% and female literacy is 61.62%.