Dakshin Hanskhali - Kranti, Jalpaiguri

Dakshin Hanskhali is a village situated in the Kranti subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 30.8 km from Malbazar and around 34.4 km from Jalpaiguri . Rajadanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Hanskhali village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Hanskhali is 306942. The village covers a total geographical area of 663.24 hectares and falls under the 735218 pincode. Mal is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.

Dakshin Hanskhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalpaiguri Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.

Population of Dakshin Hanskhali

According to the 2011 Census, Dakshin Hanskhali village had a total population of 7,771 people, including 4,003 males and 3,768 females, living in 1,672 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.26%, with male literacy at 71.97% and female literacy at 58.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,840, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 584.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Dakshin Hanskhali

Dakshin Hanskhali is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Dakshin Hanskhali

Dakshin Hanskhali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dam Dim, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.8 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mal to Dakshin Hanskhali is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Dakshin Hanskhali is about 34.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Hanskhali

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Hanskhali village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Dakshin Hanskhali

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 Hanskhali village are given below:

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