Dakatiar Bheri - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Dakatiar Bheri is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.4 km from Polba and around 15.8 km from Chinsura. Amnan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakatiar Bheri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakatiar Bheri is 325113. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.8 hectares and falls under the 712102 pincode. Chandan Nagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dakatiar Bheri 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 Dakatiar Bheri
As per Census 2011, Dakatiar Bheri village has a total population of 1,492 people, consisting of 765 males and 727 females. The village has 344 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,057 literate and 435 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 165 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakatiar Bheri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,492 | 765 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 74 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 81 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 1,057 | 580 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 185 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Dakatiar Bheri
Dakatiar Bheri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ayma Haripur | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Ranir Bheri | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Payan | West | 1.67 km |
| Karichar Bheri | South | 1.71 km |
| Dubir Bheri | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Purbba Jalarbheri | North | 1.86 km |
| Haripur | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Maheswarbati | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Ugly | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Khurigachhi | South-West | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dakatiar Bheri
Public transport in the Dakatiar Bheri is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Chandan Nagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandan Nagar to Dakatiar Bheri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Dakatiar Bheri is about 15.8 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 Dakatiar Bheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakatiar Bheri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakatiar Bheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakatiar Bheri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dakatiar Bheri
Where is Dakatiar Bheri located?
Dakatiar Bheri village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakatiar Bheri?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakatiar Bheri is Amnan.
What is the pincode of Dakatiar Bheri?
The pincode of Dakatiar Bheri is 712102.
What is the population of Dakatiar Bheri?
Dakatiar Bheri has a total population of 1,492, including 765 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Dakatiar Bheri?
There are 344 households in Dakatiar Bheri.
What is the literacy rate in Dakatiar Bheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakatiar Bheri is 70.84%. Male literacy is 75.82% and female literacy is 65.61%.