Hilli - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Hilli is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. Hili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hilli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hilli is 311005. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.96 hectares and falls under the 733126 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hilli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hilli
As per Census 2011, Hilli village has a total population of 2,185 people, consisting of 1,101 males and 1,084 females. The village has 513 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,839 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 315 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hilli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,185 | 1,101 | 1,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 74 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 159 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,839 | 970 | 869 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 131 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Hilli
Hilli 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 Hilli
Hilli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Hilli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Hilli is about 24.1 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 Hilli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hilli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hilli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hilli 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hilli
Where is Hilli located?
Hilli village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hilli?
The Gram Panchayat of Hilli is Hili.
What is the pincode of Hilli?
The pincode of Hilli is 733126.
What is the population of Hilli?
Hilli has a total population of 2,185, including 1,101 males and 1,084 females.
How many households are there in Hilli?
There are 513 households in Hilli.
What is the literacy rate in Hilli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hilli is 84.16%. Male literacy is 88.10% and female literacy is 80.17%.