Dakshin Altagram
Dakshin Altagram is a village located in Dhupguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.5km away from sub-district headquarter Dhupguri (tehsildar office) and 28.4km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Magurmari Ii is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Altagram village.
Dakshin Altagram has its own place in the vibrant Jalpaiguri 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 Dakshin Altagram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakshin Altagram is 307477. The village spans a total geographical area of 509.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 735210. Dhupguri is nearest town to Dakshin Altagram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dakshin Altagram 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 Dhupguri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jalpaiguri 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 Dakshin Altagram
Below is a concise population overview of Dakshin Altagram as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,975 | 2,010 | 1,965 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 590 | 298 | 292 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,129 | 576 | 553 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,285 | 1,242 | 1,043 |
Illiterate Population | 1,690 | 768 | 922 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dakshin Altagram village:
- The total population of Dakshin Altagram village is around 3,975, including approximately 2,010 males and 1,965 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 590 children aged 0–6 years in Dakshin Altagram village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dakshin Altagram village has 1,129 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dakshin Altagram village is about 57.48%, with male literacy at 61.79% and female literacy at 53.08%.
- There are around 876 households in Dakshin Altagram village.
Connectivity of Dakshin Altagram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakshin Altagram. As per the 2011 stats, Dakshin Altagram had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Altagram
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakshin Altagram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakshin Altagram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakshin Altagram
- Where is Dakshin Altagram located?
- Dakshin Altagram village is situated in Dhupguri Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Altagram?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Altagram is Magurmari Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dakshin Altagram?
- The pincode of Dakshin Altagram is 735210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakshin Altagram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakshin Altagram is 3,975, with 2,010 males and 1,965 females.
- How many households are there in Dakshin Altagram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakshin Altagram village has a total of 876 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Altagram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakshin Altagram is 57.48%. The male literacy rate is 61.79%, while the female literacy rate is 53.08%.