Dhaul

Dhaul is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 1.8km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dhaul village. As per 2009 stats, Chakvrigu is the gram panchayat of Dhaul village.

Dhaul has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dhaul

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhaul is 311163. The village spans a total geographical area of 75.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733102. Balurghat is nearest town to Dhaul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dhaul village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dhaul

Below is a concise population overview of Dhaul as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 370 192 178
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 42 22 20
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 356 185 171
Literate Population 238 144 94
Illiterate Population 132 48 84

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhaul village:

  • The total population of Dhaul village is around 370, including approximately 192 males and 178 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Dhaul village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhaul village has 356 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhaul village is about 64.32%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 52.81%.
  • There are around 91 households in Dhaul village.

Connectivity of Dhaul

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhaul. As per the 2011 stats, Dhaul had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhaul

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhaul helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhaul.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhaul

Where is Dhaul located?
Dhaul village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhaul is Chakvrigu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhaul?
The pincode of Dhaul is 733102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhaul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhaul is 370, with 192 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Dhaul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhaul village has a total of 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhaul is 64.32%. The male literacy rate is 75.00%, while the female literacy rate is 52.81%.