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.
Dahia has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Dahia
Below is a concise population overview of Dahia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dahia village:
- The total population of Dahia village is around 496, including approximately 241 males and 255 females, with a sex ratio of 1058 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Dahia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dahia village has 277 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 76 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dahia village is about 64.92%, with male literacy at 76.35% and female literacy at 54.12%.
- There are around 123 households in Dahia village.
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%.