Dakshin Hemkumari - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Dakshin Hemkumari is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.7 km from Changrabandha and around 98.6 km from Cooch Behar. Bagdogra-fulkadabri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Hemkumari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Hemkumari is 307688. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.27 hectares and falls under the 735122 pincode. Mekliganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dakshin Hemkumari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dakshin Hemkumari
According to the 2011 Census, Dakshin Hemkumari village had a total population of 460 people, including 239 males and 221 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.91%, with male literacy at 61.62% and female literacy at 54.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 342.
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 | 460 | 239 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 54 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 178 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 114 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 125 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Hemkumari
Dakshin Hemkumari 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 Hemkumari
Dakshin Hemkumari 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 Mekliganj to Dakshin Hemkumari is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Dakshin Hemkumari is about 98.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Hemkumari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Hemkumari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Hemkumari
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 Hemkumari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Hemkumari
Where is Dakshin Hemkumari located?
Dakshin Hemkumari village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Hemkumari?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Hemkumari is Bagdogra-fulkadabri.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Hemkumari?
The pincode of Dakshin Hemkumari is 735122.
What is the population of Dakshin Hemkumari?
Dakshin Hemkumari had a total population of 460, including 239 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Hemkumari?
Dakshin Hemkumari had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Hemkumari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Hemkumari was 57.91%. Male literacy was 61.62% and female literacy was 54.26%.