Dahia
Dahia is a village located in Balagarh subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.8km away from sub-district headquarter Patuligram (tehsildar office) and 28.4km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Ektarpur is the gram panchayat of Dahia village.
Here you can discover what makes Dahia unique in its vibrant Balagarh-Hugli region. You’ll see Dahia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dahia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dahia is 324962. The village spans a total geographical area of 56.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712123. Chinsurah is nearest town to Dahia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Dahia
Population of Dahia
According to the 2011 Census, Dahia has a total population of about 496, with approximately 241 males and 255 females. The sex ratio is around 1058 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 50 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 277 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 76. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.92%, with male literacy at about 76.35% and female literacy near 54.12%. There are around 123 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dahia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 496 | 241 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 137 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 184 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 57 | 117 |
Connectivity of Dahia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dahia. As per the 2011 stats, Dahia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dahia
Knowing the nearby villages of Dahia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dahia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dahia
- Where is Dahia located?
- Dahia village is situated in Balagarh Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dahia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dahia is Ektarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dahia?
- The pincode of Dahia is 712123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dahia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dahia is 496, with 241 males and 255 females.
- How many households are there in Dahia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dahia village has a total of 123 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dahia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dahia is 64.92%. The male literacy rate is 76.35%, while the female literacy rate is 54.12%.