Dakshin Dhupjhora - Matiali, Jalpaiguri

Dakshin Dhupjhora is a village situated in the Matiali subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalsa and around 40.5 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Matiali-batabari-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Dhupjhora village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Dhupjhora is 307015. The village covers a total geographical area of 566.73 hectares and falls under the 735206 pincode. Malbazar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.

Dakshin Dhupjhora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.

Population of Dakshin Dhupjhora

According to the 2011 Census, Dakshin Dhupjhora village had a total population of 3,696 people, including 1,909 males and 1,787 females, living in 836 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.87%, with male literacy at 88.44% and female literacy at 72.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,517, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 330.

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 Dhupjhora

Dakshin Dhupjhora 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 Dhupjhora

Dakshin Dhupjhora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chalsa Jn, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.6 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malbazar to Dakshin Dhupjhora is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Dakshin Dhupjhora is about 40.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Dhupjhora

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

Health Facilities in Dakshin Dhupjhora

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 Dhupjhora village are given below:

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