Walitara - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Walitara is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Ramkrishnapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Walitara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walitara is 310812. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.86 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Walitara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Walitara
According to the 2011 Census, Walitara village had a total population of 114 people, including 61 males and 53 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.67%, with male literacy at 85.45% and female literacy at 68.75%.
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 | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 47 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 14 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Walitara
Walitara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Par Sahazadpur | South-West | 0.65 km |
| Aichara | North-West | 0.72 km |
| Brahmapur | West | 1.34 km |
| Tilna | East | 1.41 km |
| Latimirzapur | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Uttar Ramkrishnapur | North | 1.83 km |
| Sahazadpur | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Keshurail | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Kanura | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Kumarganj | South | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Walitara
Walitara 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 18.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Walitara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Walitara is about 26 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 Walitara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walitara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Walitara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walitara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Walitara
Where is Walitara located?
Walitara village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walitara?
The Gram Panchayat of Walitara is Ramkrishnapur.
What is the pincode of Walitara?
The pincode of Walitara is 733141.
What is the population of Walitara?
Walitara had a total population of 114, including 61 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Walitara?
Walitara had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Walitara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walitara was 77.67%. Male literacy was 85.45% and female literacy was 68.75%.