Dakshin Altagram
About Dakshin Altagram
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dakshin Altagram village is 307477. Dakshin Altagram village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 509.12 hectares. Dakshin Altagram has a total population of 3,975 peoples, out of which male population is 2,010 while female population is 1,965. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 977 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dakshin altagram village is 57.48% out of which 61.79% males and 53.08% females are literate. There are about 876 houses in dakshin altagram village. Pincode of dakshin altagram village locality is 735210.
When it comes to administration, Dakshin Altagram 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, Dakshin Altagram village comes under Dhupguri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jalpaiguri Lok Sabha constituency. Dhupguri is nearest town to dakshin altagram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
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Population of Dakshin Altagram
The population details of Dakshin Altagram cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,975 | 2,010 | 1,965 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 590 | 298 | 292 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,129 | 576 | 553 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,285 | 1,242 | 1,043 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,690 | 768 | 922 |
Connectivity of Dakshin Altagram
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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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%.