Dakshin Salbari (D) - Banarhat, Jalpaiguri
Dakshin Salbari (D) is a village situated in the Banarhat subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.3 km from Dhupguri and around 48.7 km from Jalpaiguri . Salbari-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Salbari (D) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Salbari (D) is 307431. The village covers a total geographical area of 428.36 hectares and falls under the 735233 pincode. Dhupguri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dakshin Salbari (D) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhupguri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalpaiguri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakshin Salbari (D)
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Salbari (D) village has a total population of 3,703 people, consisting of 1,857 males and 1,846 females. The village has 833 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 554 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,072 literate and 1,631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,096 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 589 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Salbari (D) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,703 | 1,857 | 1,846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 554 | 277 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,096 | 1,049 | 1,047 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 589 | 285 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 2,072 | 1,156 | 916 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,631 | 701 | 930 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Salbari (D)
Dakshin Salbari (D) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dakshin Salbari (D)
Dakshin Salbari (D) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhupguri to Dakshin Salbari (D) is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Dakshin Salbari (D) is about 48.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Salbari (D)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Salbari (D) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Salbari (D)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakshin Salbari (D) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Salbari (D)
Where is Dakshin Salbari (D) located?
Dakshin Salbari (D) village is located in Banarhat Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Salbari (D)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Salbari (D) is Salbari-i.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Salbari (D)?
The pincode of Dakshin Salbari (D) is 735233.
What is the population of Dakshin Salbari (D)?
Dakshin Salbari (D) has a total population of 3,703, including 1,857 males and 1,846 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Salbari (D)?
There are 833 households in Dakshin Salbari (D).
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Salbari (D)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Salbari (D) is 55.95%. Male literacy is 62.25% and female literacy is 49.62%.