Donga Bathan - Arambag, Hooghly
Donga Bathan is a village situated in the Arambag subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.3 km from Arambag and around 76.9 km from Chinsura. Tirole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Donga Bathan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donga Bathan is 324240. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.52 hectares and falls under the 712413 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Donga Bathan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arambag Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Donga Bathan
As per Census 2011, Donga Bathan village has a total population of 793 people, consisting of 413 males and 380 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 570 literate and 223 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Donga Bathan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 793 | 413 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 58 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 92 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 314 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 99 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Donga Bathan
Donga Bathan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Golta | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Maigram | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Puin | East | 1.91 km |
| Tirol | North | 2.12 km |
| Chak Chamrul (dakshin) | South | 2.27 km |
| Karui | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Dadanpur | West | 2.79 km |
| Chak Madan | East | 3.12 km |
| Mandra | West | 3.19 km |
| Chak Jalal | East | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Donga Bathan
Donga Bathan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Arambagh to Donga Bathan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Donga Bathan is about 76.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donga Bathan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donga Bathan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Donga Bathan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donga Bathan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Donga Bathan
Where is Donga Bathan located?
Donga Bathan village is located in Arambag Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donga Bathan?
The Gram Panchayat of Donga Bathan is Tirole.
What is the pincode of Donga Bathan?
The pincode of Donga Bathan is 712413.
What is the population of Donga Bathan?
Donga Bathan has a total population of 793, including 413 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Donga Bathan?
There are 156 households in Donga Bathan.
What is the literacy rate in Donga Bathan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donga Bathan is 71.88%. Male literacy is 76.03% and female literacy is 67.37%.