Dwip Khanda

Dwip Khanda is a village located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.1km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Dwip Khanda village. As per 2009 stats, Dwipkhanda is the gram panchayat of Dwip Khanda village.

Dwip Khanda 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 Dwip Khanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dwip Khanda is 311513. The village spans a total geographical area of 364.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733127. Gangarampur is nearest town to Dwip Khanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dwip Khanda 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.

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Population of Dwip Khanda

Below is a concise population overview of Dwip Khanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,432 758 674
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 170 89 81
Scheduled Castes (SC) 43 24 19
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 269 143 126
Literate Population 1,017 566 451
Illiterate Population 415 192 223

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dwip Khanda village:

  • The total population of Dwip Khanda village is around 1,432, including approximately 758 males and 674 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 170 children aged 0–6 years in Dwip Khanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dwip Khanda village has 43 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 269 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dwip Khanda village is about 71.02%, with male literacy at 74.67% and female literacy at 66.91%.
  • There are around 324 households in Dwip Khanda village.

Connectivity of Dwip Khanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dwip Khanda. As per the 2011 stats, Dwip Khanda 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dwip Khanda

Knowing the nearby villages of Dwip Khanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dwip Khanda.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dwip Khanda

Where is Dwip Khanda located?
Dwip Khanda village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dwip Khanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dwip Khanda is Dwipkhanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dwip Khanda?
The pincode of Dwip Khanda is 733127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dwip Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dwip Khanda is 1,432, with 758 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Dwip Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dwip Khanda village has a total of 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dwip Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dwip Khanda is 71.02%. The male literacy rate is 74.67%, while the female literacy rate is 66.91%.