Dingalhat - Chinsurah - Magra, Hooghly
Dingalhat is a village situated in the Chinsurah - Magra subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.3 km from Chinsurah and around 10.2 km from Chinsura. Saptagram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dingalhat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dingalhat is 325069. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.16 hectares and falls under the 712148 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dingalhat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dingalhat
As per Census 2011, Dingalhat village has a total population of 4,574 people, consisting of 2,360 males and 2,214 females. The village has 965 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 534 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,181 literate and 1,393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 565 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dingalhat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,574 | 2,360 | 2,214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 534 | 284 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 565 | 300 | 265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 3,181 | 1,740 | 1,441 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,393 | 620 | 773 |
Nearby Villages of Dingalhat
Dingalhat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Namajghar | South | 0.53 km |
| Saptagram | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Trish Bigha | South | 1.17 km |
| Hosenabad | West | 1.34 km |
| Chak Banshberia (ct) | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Dakshin Hazipur | South | 1.53 km |
| Minajpur | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Jhanpa | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Bansberia (p) | East | 2.06 km |
| Milichita | West | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dingalhat
Dingalhat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Adi Saptagram, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansberia to Dingalhat is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Dingalhat is about 10.2 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dingalhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dingalhat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dingalhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dingalhat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dingalhat
Where is Dingalhat located?
Dingalhat village is located in Chinsurah - Magra Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dingalhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Dingalhat is Saptagram.
What is the pincode of Dingalhat?
The pincode of Dingalhat is 712148.
What is the population of Dingalhat?
Dingalhat has a total population of 4,574, including 2,360 males and 2,214 females.
How many households are there in Dingalhat?
There are 965 households in Dingalhat.
What is the literacy rate in Dingalhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dingalhat is 69.55%. Male literacy is 73.73% and female literacy is 65.09%.