Dehabanda - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Dehabanda is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 84.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Beroil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dehabanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehabanda is 310357. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.94 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dehabanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dehabanda
According to the 2011 Census, Dehabanda village had a total population of 2,161 people, including 1,046 males and 1,115 females, living in 501 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.26%, with male literacy at 70.37% and female literacy at 60.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 977, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 290.
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 | 2,161 | 1,046 | 1,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 138 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 977 | 477 | 500 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 123 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 1,206 | 639 | 567 |
| Illiterate Population | 955 | 407 | 548 |
Nearby Villages of Dehabanda
Dehabanda 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 Dehabanda
Dehabanda 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 Dehabanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kaliaganj to Dehabanda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Dehabanda is about 84.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dehabanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehabanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dehabanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehabanda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dehabanda
Where is Dehabanda located?
Dehabanda village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dehabanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dehabanda is Beroil.
What is the pincode of Dehabanda?
The pincode of Dehabanda is 733132.
What is the population of Dehabanda?
Dehabanda had a total population of 2,161, including 1,046 males and 1,115 females.
How many households are there in Dehabanda?
Dehabanda had 501 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dehabanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehabanda was 65.26%. Male literacy was 70.37% and female literacy was 60.32%.