Dakshin Sainte - Goghat - II, Hooghly
Dakshin Sainte is a village situated in the Goghat - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.3 km from Goghat and around 95 km from Chinsura. Mandaran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Sainte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Sainte is 324226. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.79 hectares and falls under the 712614 pincode. Arambag is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dakshin Sainte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dakshin Sainte
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Sainte village has a total population of 594 people, consisting of 303 males and 291 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 475 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Sainte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 594 | 303 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 255 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 48 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Sainte
Dakshin Sainte is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dakshin Sainte
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dakshin Sainte. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dakshin Sainte.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Arambag to Dakshin Sainte is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Dakshin Sainte is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Sainte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Sainte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Sainte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakshin Sainte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Sainte
Where is Dakshin Sainte located?
Dakshin Sainte village is located in Goghat - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Sainte?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Sainte is Mandaran.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Sainte?
The pincode of Dakshin Sainte is 712614.
What is the population of Dakshin Sainte?
Dakshin Sainte has a total population of 594, including 303 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Sainte?
There are 124 households in Dakshin Sainte.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Sainte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Sainte is 79.97%. Male literacy is 84.16% and female literacy is 75.60%.