Dwipa
Dwipa is a village located in Jagatballavpur subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.2km away from sub-district headquarter Jagatballavpur (tehsildar office) and 29.8km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Polegustia is the gram panchayat of Dwipa village.
Dwipa 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 Dwipa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dwipa is 332760. The village spans a total geographical area of 220.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711414. Haora is nearest town to Dwipa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dwipa 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 Panchla Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Howrah Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dwipa
Population of Dwipa
Below is a concise population overview of Dwipa 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 | 4,585 | 2,382 | 2,203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 584 | 303 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,339 | 1,816 | 1,523 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,246 | 566 | 680 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dwipa village:
- The total population of Dwipa village is around 4,585, including approximately 2,382 males and 2,203 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 584 children aged 0–6 years in Dwipa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dwipa village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dwipa village is about 72.82%, with male literacy at 76.24% and female literacy at 69.13%.
- There are around 852 households in Dwipa village.
Connectivity of Dwipa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dwipa. As per the 2011 stats, Dwipa 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dwipa
Knowing the nearby villages of Dwipa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dwipa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dwipa
- Where is Dwipa located?
- Dwipa village is situated in Jagatballavpur Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dwipa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dwipa is Polegustia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dwipa?
- The pincode of Dwipa is 711414, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dwipa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dwipa is 4,585, with 2,382 males and 2,203 females.
- How many households are there in Dwipa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dwipa village has a total of 852 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dwipa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dwipa is 72.82%. The male literacy rate is 76.24%, while the female literacy rate is 69.13%.