Dhurkhali

Dhurkhali is a village located in Amta I subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.5km away from sub-district headquarter Amta (tehsildar office) and 40.7km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Balichak is the gram panchayat of Dhurkhali village.

Dhurkhali has its own place in the vibrant Haora 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 Dhurkhali

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhurkhali is 332648. The village spans a total geographical area of 173.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711410. Uluberia is nearest town to Dhurkhali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dhurkhali 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 Udaynarayanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Uluberia 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 Dhurkhali

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,195 1,632 1,563
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 300 146 154
Scheduled Castes (SC) 523 265 258
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,475 1,345 1,130
Illiterate Population 720 287 433

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

  • The total population of Dhurkhali village is around 3,195, including approximately 1,632 males and 1,563 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 300 children aged 0–6 years in Dhurkhali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhurkhali village has 523 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhurkhali village is about 77.46%, with male literacy at 82.41% and female literacy at 72.30%.
  • There are around 726 households in Dhurkhali village.

Connectivity of Dhurkhali

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhurkhali. As per the 2011 stats, Dhurkhali had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhurkhali

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

Bhojan Begua Saibana Purba Bajepratap Balichak Banuchak Chaltakhali Manikara Purash Ghuteghari Sahapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhurkhali

Where is Dhurkhali located?
Dhurkhali village is situated in Amta I Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhurkhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhurkhali is Balichak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhurkhali?
The pincode of Dhurkhali is 711410, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhurkhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhurkhali is 3,195, with 1,632 males and 1,563 females.
How many households are there in Dhurkhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhurkhali village has a total of 726 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhurkhali as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhurkhali is 77.46%. The male literacy rate is 82.41%, while the female literacy rate is 72.30%.