Dwarbasini - Pandua, Hooghly
Dwarbasini is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.1 km from Pandua and around 25.1 km from Chinsura. Jayerdwarbasini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dwarbasini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dwarbasini is 324831. The village covers a total geographical area of 653.32 hectares and falls under the 712149 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Dwarbasini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dwarbasini
According to the 2011 Census, Dwarbasini village had a total population of 5,256 people, including 2,631 males and 2,625 females, living in 1,215 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.75%, with male literacy at 79.09% and female literacy at 62.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,991, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 376.
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 | 5,256 | 2,631 | 2,625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 486 | 249 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,991 | 1,516 | 1,475 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 376 | 177 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 3,375 | 1,884 | 1,491 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,881 | 747 | 1,134 |
Nearby Villages of Dwarbasini
Dwarbasini 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalyanpur | East | 1.43 km |
| Chahaka | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Dampur | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Digha | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Kunchpala | South | 2.28 km |
| Mairari | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Amra | West | 2.35 km |
| Satithan | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Meghsar | East | 2.40 km |
| Jayer | North | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dwarbasini
Dwarbasini is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sibaichandi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.7 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 Bansberia to Dwarbasini is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Dwarbasini is about 25.1 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 Dwarbasini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dwarbasini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dwarbasini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dwarbasini 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dwarbasini
Where is Dwarbasini located?
Dwarbasini village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dwarbasini?
The Gram Panchayat of Dwarbasini is Jayerdwarbasini.
What is the pincode of Dwarbasini?
The pincode of Dwarbasini is 712149.
What is the population of Dwarbasini?
Dwarbasini had a total population of 5,256, including 2,631 males and 2,625 females.
How many households are there in Dwarbasini?
Dwarbasini had 1,215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dwarbasini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dwarbasini was 70.75%. Male literacy was 79.09% and female literacy was 62.44%.