Dahartiornai Village - Balagarh, Hooghly
Dahartiornai is a village situated in the Balagarh subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.9 km from Patuligram and around 31.2 km from Chinsura. Ektarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dahartiornai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahartiornai is 324965. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.92 hectares and falls under the 712123 pincode. Kalna is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dahartiornai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dahartiornai
As per Census 2011, Dahartiornai village has a total population of 920 people, consisting of 492 males and 428 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 544 literate and 376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 812 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahartiornai are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 920 | 492 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 50 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 812 | 438 | 374 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 544 | 337 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 155 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Dahartiornai
Dahartiornai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maijdia | North-East | 0.77 km |
| Hamjampur | West | 0.91 km |
| Sarenda | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Tiornai | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Benepukur | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Ektarpur | South | 1.86 km |
| Inchhura | North | 1.91 km |
| Mamudpur | West | 2.11 km |
| Masara | East | 2.17 km |
| Dahia | South-West | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahartiornai
Dahartiornai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Somra Bazar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalna to Dahartiornai is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Dahartiornai is about 31.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahartiornai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahartiornai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dahartiornai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahartiornai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dahartiornai
Where is Dahartiornai located?
Dahartiornai village is located in Balagarh Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahartiornai?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahartiornai is Ektarpur.
What is the pincode of Dahartiornai?
The pincode of Dahartiornai is 712123.
What is the population of Dahartiornai?
Dahartiornai has a total population of 920, including 492 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Dahartiornai?
There are 208 households in Dahartiornai.
What is the literacy rate in Dahartiornai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahartiornai is 59.13%. Male literacy is 68.50% and female literacy is 48.36%.