Dogachhia - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Dogachhia is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.2 km from Polba and around 11.2 km from Chinsura. Sugandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dogachhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dogachhia is 325196. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.9 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chandan Nagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dogachhia 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 Dogachhia
As per Census 2011, Dogachhia village has a total population of 903 people, consisting of 467 males and 436 females. The village has 221 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 594 literate and 309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 531 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 317 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dogachhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 903 | 467 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 45 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 278 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 161 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 594 | 331 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 136 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Dogachhia
Dogachhia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pairadanga | North-East | 0.94 km |
| Bahir Ranagachha | West | 1.02 km |
| Nezampur | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Ranagachha | West | 1.07 km |
| Jadabpur | North | 1.20 km |
| Khoshalpur | South | 1.42 km |
| Binodpur | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Balitipa | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Jarura | East | 1.71 km |
| Noapara | South | 1.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dogachhia
Public transport in the Dogachhia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. 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 23.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dogachhia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Dogachhia is about 11.2 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 Dogachhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dogachhia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dogachhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dogachhia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dogachhia
Where is Dogachhia located?
Dogachhia village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dogachhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dogachhia is Sugandha.
What is the pincode of Dogachhia?
The pincode of Dogachhia is 712305.
What is the population of Dogachhia?
Dogachhia has a total population of 903, including 467 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Dogachhia?
There are 221 households in Dogachhia.
What is the literacy rate in Dogachhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dogachhia is 65.78%. Male literacy is 70.88% and female literacy is 60.32%.