Dakshin Kathulia
Dakshin Kathulia is a village located in Dhupguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Dhupguri (tehsildar office) and 37.5km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Gadhearkuthi is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Kathulia village.
Dakshin Kathulia 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 Kathulia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakshin Kathulia is 307464. The village spans a total geographical area of 342.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 735210. Dhupguri is nearest town to Dakshin Kathulia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dakshin Kathulia 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 Kathulia
Below is a concise population overview of Dakshin Kathulia 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 | 3,185 | 1,635 | 1,550 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 427 | 220 | 207 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,498 | 1,294 | 1,204 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 60 | 67 |
Literate Population | 1,851 | 1,061 | 790 |
Illiterate Population | 1,334 | 574 | 760 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dakshin Kathulia village:
- The total population of Dakshin Kathulia village is around 3,185, including approximately 1,635 males and 1,550 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 427 children aged 0–6 years in Dakshin Kathulia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dakshin Kathulia village has 2,498 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 127 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dakshin Kathulia village is about 58.12%, with male literacy at 64.89% and female literacy at 50.97%.
- There are around 700 households in Dakshin Kathulia village.
Connectivity of Dakshin Kathulia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakshin Kathulia. As per the 2011 stats, Dakshin Kathulia 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 <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Kathulia
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakshin Kathulia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakshin Kathulia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakshin Kathulia
- Where is Dakshin Kathulia located?
- Dakshin Kathulia village is situated in Dhupguri Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Kathulia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Kathulia is Gadhearkuthi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dakshin Kathulia?
- The pincode of Dakshin Kathulia is 735210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakshin Kathulia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakshin Kathulia is 3,185, with 1,635 males and 1,550 females.
- How many households are there in Dakshin Kathulia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakshin Kathulia village has a total of 700 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Kathulia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakshin Kathulia is 58.12%. The male literacy rate is 64.89%, while the female literacy rate is 50.97%.