Dehata - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Dehata is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 75.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Akcha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dehata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehata is 310329. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.93 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dehata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dehata
As per Census 2011, Dehata village has a total population of 1,005 people, consisting of 532 males and 473 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 524 literate and 481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 905 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dehata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,005 | 532 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 80 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 905 | 480 | 425 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 326 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 206 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Dehata
Dehata 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 Dehata
Dehata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kaliaganj to Dehata is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Dehata is about 75.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dehata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dehata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dehata
Where is Dehata located?
Dehata village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehata?
The Gram Panchayat of Dehata is Akcha.
What is the pincode of Dehata?
The pincode of Dehata is 733132.
What is the population of Dehata?
Dehata has a total population of 1,005, including 532 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Dehata?
There are 195 households in Dehata.
What is the literacy rate in Dehata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehata is 52.14%. Male literacy is 61.28% and female literacy is 41.86%.