Dhulatair - Balurghat, Dakshin Dinajpur
Dhulatair is a village situated in the Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.7 km from Balurghat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Bolla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhulatair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhulatair is 311090. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.85 hectares and falls under the 733145 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhulatair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhulatair
As per Census 2011, Dhulatair village has a total population of 1,596 people, consisting of 815 males and 781 females. The village has 390 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,125 literate and 471 illiterate residents. Additionally, 616 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhulatair are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,596 | 815 | 781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 616 | 316 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,125 | 621 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 194 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Dhulatair
Dhulatair 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 Dhulatair
Dhulatair is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhulatair.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Dhulatair is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Dhulatair is about 13.8 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 Dhulatair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhulatair village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhulatair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhulatair 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhulatair
Where is Dhulatair located?
Dhulatair village is located in Balurghat Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhulatair?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhulatair is Bolla.
What is the pincode of Dhulatair?
The pincode of Dhulatair is 733145.
What is the population of Dhulatair?
Dhulatair has a total population of 1,596, including 815 males and 781 females.
How many households are there in Dhulatair?
There are 390 households in Dhulatair.
What is the literacy rate in Dhulatair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhulatair is 70.49%. Male literacy is 76.20% and female literacy is 64.53%.