Dalimba

Dalimba is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.5km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 15.8km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Akhna is the gram panchayat of Dalimba village.

Here you can discover what makes Dalimba unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Dalimba’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 Dalimba

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dalimba is 325153. The village spans a total geographical area of 169.71 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Dalimba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dalimba village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dalimba

According to the 2011 Census, Dalimba has a total population of about 2,442, with approximately 1,246 males and 1,196 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 268 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,295 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 396. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.30%, with male literacy at about 70.06% and female literacy near 52.17%. There are around 655 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dalimba's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,442 1,246 1,196
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 268 129 139
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,295 655 640
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 396 199 197
Literate Population 1,497 873 624
Illiterate Population 945 373 572

Connectivity of Dalimba

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dalimba. As per the 2011 stats, Dalimba had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dalimba

Knowing the nearby villages of Dalimba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dalimba.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dalimba

Where is Dalimba located?
Dalimba village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalimba?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalimba is Akhna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dalimba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dalimba is 2,442, with 1,246 males and 1,196 females.
How many households are there in Dalimba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dalimba village has a total of 655 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalimba as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dalimba is 61.30%. The male literacy rate is 70.06%, while the female literacy rate is 52.17%.