Dhitara - Singur, Hooghly
Dhitara is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Singur. Bighati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhitara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhitara is 325549. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.82 hectares and falls under the 712124 pincode. Bhadreswar is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Dhitara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Singur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhitara
As per Census 2011, Dhitara village has a total population of 2,336 people, consisting of 1,177 males and 1,159 females. The village has 572 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,923 literate and 413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhitara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,336 | 1,177 | 1,159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 89 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,923 | 995 | 928 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 182 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Dhitara
Dhitara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gourangapur | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Bighati | West | 2.10 km |
| Palara | West | 3.46 km |
| Balarampur | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Chhutipur | West | 3.79 km |
| Laskarpur | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Patul.raghabpur | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Noapara | North | 4.22 km |
| Bagdanga | North-West | 4.27 km |
| Nanda | West | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhitara
Dhitara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhadreshwar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadreswar to Dhitara is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhitara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhitara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhitara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhitara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhitara
Where is Dhitara located?
Dhitara village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhitara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhitara is Bighati.
What is the pincode of Dhitara?
The pincode of Dhitara is 712124.
What is the population of Dhitara?
Dhitara has a total population of 2,336, including 1,177 males and 1,159 females.
How many households are there in Dhitara?
There are 572 households in Dhitara.
What is the literacy rate in Dhitara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhitara is 82.32%. Male literacy is 84.54% and female literacy is 80.07%.