Dhuliara - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Dhuliara is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.1 km from Polba and around 13 km from Chinsura. Rajhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhuliara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuliara is 325157. The village covers a total geographical area of 348.64 hectares and falls under the 712123 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dhuliara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhuliara
As per Census 2011, Dhuliara village has a total population of 2,308 people, consisting of 1,174 males and 1,134 females. The village has 573 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,518 literate and 790 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,000 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 629 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhuliara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,308 | 1,174 | 1,134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 107 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,000 | 505 | 495 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 629 | 320 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 1,518 | 855 | 663 |
| Illiterate Population | 790 | 319 | 471 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuliara
Dhuliara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Milichita | North | 1.30 km |
| Manipur | West | 1.36 km |
| Jhanpa | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Baral Malimpur | South | 1.48 km |
| Hosenabad | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Atpukur | West | 1.84 km |
| Sonatikri | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Saptagram | East | 1.90 km |
| Tarabihari | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Prasadpur | North | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhuliara
Dhuliara 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 28.5 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Dhuliara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Dhuliara is about 13 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 Dhuliara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuliara 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 Dhuliara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuliara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhuliara
Where is Dhuliara located?
Dhuliara village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuliara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuliara is Rajhat.
What is the pincode of Dhuliara?
The pincode of Dhuliara is 712123.
What is the population of Dhuliara?
Dhuliara has a total population of 2,308, including 1,174 males and 1,134 females.
How many households are there in Dhuliara?
There are 573 households in Dhuliara.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuliara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuliara is 65.77%. Male literacy is 72.83% and female literacy is 58.47%.