Dhulchandria
Dhulchandria is a village located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.8km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Dhulchandria village. As per 2009 stats, Harsura is the gram panchayat of Dhulchandria village.
Dhulchandria has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dhulchandria
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhulchandria is 311482. The village spans a total geographical area of 162.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733140. Gangarampur is nearest town to Dhulchandria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhulchandria village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhulchandria
Population of Dhulchandria
Below is a concise population overview of Dhulchandria as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 541 | 279 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 44 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 209 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 70 | 99 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhulchandria village:
- The total population of Dhulchandria village is around 541, including approximately 279 males and 262 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Dhulchandria village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhulchandria village has 60 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 97 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dhulchandria village is about 68.76%, with male literacy at 74.91% and female literacy at 62.21%.
- There are around 131 households in Dhulchandria village.
Connectivity of Dhulchandria
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhulchandria. As per the 2011 stats, Dhulchandria had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhulchandria
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhulchandria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhulchandria.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhulchandria
- Where is Dhulchandria located?
- Dhulchandria village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhulchandria?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhulchandria is Harsura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhulchandria?
- The pincode of Dhulchandria is 733140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhulchandria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhulchandria is 541, with 279 males and 262 females.
- How many households are there in Dhulchandria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhulchandria village has a total of 131 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhulchandria as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhulchandria is 68.76%. The male literacy rate is 74.91%, while the female literacy rate is 62.21%.