Dantra
About Dantra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dantra village is 325299. Dantra village is located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.2km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 20.4km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Goswamimalipara is the gram panchayat of Dantra village.
The total geographical area of village is 168.46 hectares. Dantra has a total population of 1,012 peoples, out of which male population is 514 while female population is 498. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 968 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dantra village is 67.00% out of which 69.84% males and 64.06% females are literate. There are about 238 houses in dantra village.
When it comes to administration, Dantra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dantra village comes under Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Chinsurah is nearest town to dantra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Dantra
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,012 | 514 | 498 |
| Children (0-6) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 128 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 110 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 678 | 359 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 155 | 179 |
Connectivity of Dantra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dantra
Frequently Asked Questions about Dantra
Where is Dantra located?
Dantra village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dantra?
The Gram Panchayat of Dantra is Goswamimalipara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dantra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dantra is 1,012, with 514 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Dantra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dantra village has a total of 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dantra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dantra is 67.00%. The male literacy rate is 69.84%, while the female literacy rate is 64.06%.