Dhandail - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Dhandail is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 86.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Kalikamora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhandail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhandail is 310478. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.83 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliagong is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Dhandail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhandail
As per Census 2011, Dhandail village has a total population of 347 people, consisting of 189 males and 158 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 835 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhandail are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dhandail
Dhandail 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Punat | East | 0.84 km |
| Shalkhair | North-West | 0.94 km |
| Deulbari | South | 1.09 km |
| Sibrampur | West | 1.46 km |
| Bhajna | North | 1.64 km |
| Rasulpur | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Tikul | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Bhingaldaha | East | 1.99 km |
| Mangalpur | North | 2.03 km |
| Sihal | South-East | 2.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhandail
Dhandail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Buniadpur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.1 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliagong to Dhandail is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Dhandail is about 86.2 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 Dhandail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhandail 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 Dhandail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhandail 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dhandail
Where is Dhandail located?
Dhandail village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhandail?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhandail is Kalikamora.
What is the pincode of Dhandail?
The pincode of Dhandail is 733132.
What is the population of Dhandail?
Dhandail has a total population of 347, including 189 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Dhandail?
There are 87 households in Dhandail.
What is the literacy rate in Dhandail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhandail is 52.45%. Male literacy is 64.55% and female literacy is 37.97%.