Adyakhanda - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Adyakhanda is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 87.6 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Beroil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Adyakhanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Adyakhanda is 310365. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.49 hectares and falls under the 733125 pincode. Kaliaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Adyakhanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Adyakhanda
As per Census 2011, Adyakhanda village has a total population of 1,228 people, consisting of 605 males and 623 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 599 literate and 629 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Adyakhanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,228 | 605 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 66 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 347 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 258 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Adyakhanda
Adyakhanda 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 Adyakhanda
Public transport in the Adyakhanda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliaganj to Adyakhanda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Adyakhanda is about 87.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Adyakhanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Adyakhanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Adyakhanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Adyakhanda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Adyakhanda
Where is Adyakhanda located?
Adyakhanda village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Adyakhanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Adyakhanda is Beroil.
What is the pincode of Adyakhanda?
The pincode of Adyakhanda is 733125.
What is the population of Adyakhanda?
Adyakhanda has a total population of 1,228, including 605 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Adyakhanda?
There are 290 households in Adyakhanda.
What is the literacy rate in Adyakhanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adyakhanda is 48.78%. Male literacy is 57.36% and female literacy is 40.45%.