Dewan - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Dewan is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 31.8 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Samjia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewan is 310789. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.78 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dewan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewan
As per Census 2011, Dewan village has a total population of 800 people, consisting of 431 males and 369 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 440 literate and 360 illiterate residents. Additionally, 326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 800 | 431 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 182 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 253 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 178 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Dewan
Dewan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Jayanti | South-West | 0.85 km |
| Basanti | North-East | 0.97 km |
| Thalsama | East | 1.04 km |
| Bhomar | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Kutubpur | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Nabagram | West | 1.58 km |
| Chandipur | North | 1.71 km |
| Panitara | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Palashi | South | 1.97 km |
| Raynanda | West | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewan
Dewan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mallickpur Hat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Balurghat to Dewan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Dewan is about 31.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewan
Where is Dewan located?
Dewan village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewan is Samjia.
What is the pincode of Dewan?
The pincode of Dewan is 733141.
What is the population of Dewan?
Dewan has a total population of 800, including 431 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Dewan?
There are 186 households in Dewan.
What is the literacy rate in Dewan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewan is 55.00%. Male literacy is 58.70% and female literacy is 50.68%.