Duadanda - Khanakul - I, Hooghly
Duadanda is a village situated in the Khanakul - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.5 km from Khanakul and around 87.3 km from Chinsura. Thakuranichak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Duadanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duadanda is 325824. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.95 hectares and falls under the 712613 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Duadanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanakul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Duadanda
According to the 2011 Census, Duadanda village had a total population of 1,567 people, including 814 males and 753 females, living in 334 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.92%, with male literacy at 91.41% and female literacy at 83.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,567 | 814 | 753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 81 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,215 | 670 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 144 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Duadanda
Duadanda 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 Duadanda
Duadanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Duadanda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Duadanda is about 87.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Duadanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duadanda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Duadanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duadanda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Duadanda
Where is Duadanda located?
Duadanda village is located in Khanakul - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Duadanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Duadanda is Thakuranichak.
What is the pincode of Duadanda?
The pincode of Duadanda is 712613.
What is the population of Duadanda?
Duadanda had a total population of 1,567, including 814 males and 753 females.
How many households are there in Duadanda?
Duadanda had 334 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duadanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duadanda was 87.92%. Male literacy was 91.41% and female literacy was 83.98%.