Dhandail
Dhandail is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.6km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 86.2km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Kalikamora is the gram panchayat of Dhandail village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhandail unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Dhandail’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dhandail
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhandail is 310478. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733121. Kaliagong is nearest town to Dhandail village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
Google Map of Dhandail
Population of Dhandail
According to the 2011 Census, Dhandail has a total population of about 347, with approximately 189 males and 158 females. The sex ratio is around 835 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 264 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 72. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.45%, with male literacy at about 64.55% and female literacy near 37.97%. There are around 87 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhandail's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 189 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 144 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 122 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 67 | 98 |
Connectivity of Dhandail
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhandail. As per the 2011 stats, Dhandail had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhandail
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhandail helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhandail.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhandail
- Where is Dhandail located?
- Dhandail village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhandail?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhandail is Kalikamora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhandail?
- The pincode of Dhandail is 733121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhandail as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhandail is 347, with 189 males and 158 females.
- How many households are there in Dhandail as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhandail village has a total of 87 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhandail as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhandail is 52.45%. The male literacy rate is 64.55%, while the female literacy rate is 37.97%.