Dakshin Dighaltari
Dakshin Dighaltari is a village located in Dinhata I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.3km away from sub-district headquarter Dinhata (tehsildar office) and 31.2km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Okrabari is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Dighaltari village.
Here you can discover what makes Dakshin Dighaltari unique in its vibrant Dinhata I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Dakshin Dighaltari’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dakshin Dighaltari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakshin Dighaltari is 308545. The village spans a total geographical area of 163.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736134. Dinhata is nearest town to Dakshin Dighaltari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dakshin Dighaltari 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 Sitai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dakshin Dighaltari
Population of Dakshin Dighaltari
According to the 2011 Census, Dakshin Dighaltari has a total population of about 2,236, with approximately 1,172 males and 1,064 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 280 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 968 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.16%, with male literacy at about 72.27% and female literacy near 63.63%. There are around 535 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dakshin Dighaltari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,236 | 1,172 | 1,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 147 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 968 | 508 | 460 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,524 | 847 | 677 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 325 | 387 |
Connectivity of Dakshin Dighaltari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakshin Dighaltari. As per the 2011 stats, Dakshin Dighaltari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Dighaltari
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakshin Dighaltari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakshin Dighaltari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakshin Dighaltari
- Where is Dakshin Dighaltari located?
- Dakshin Dighaltari village is situated in Dinhata I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Dighaltari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Dighaltari is Okrabari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dakshin Dighaltari?
- The pincode of Dakshin Dighaltari is 736134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakshin Dighaltari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakshin Dighaltari is 2,236, with 1,172 males and 1,064 females.
- How many households are there in Dakshin Dighaltari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakshin Dighaltari village has a total of 535 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Dighaltari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakshin Dighaltari is 68.16%. The male literacy rate is 72.27%, while the female literacy rate is 63.63%.