Paschim Paradanga
Paschim Paradanga is a village located in Dinhata I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.1km away from sub-district headquarter Dinhata (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Petla is the gram panchayat of Paschim Paradanga village.
Here you can discover what makes Paschim Paradanga unique in its vibrant Dinhata I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Paschim Paradanga’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 Paschim Paradanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paschim Paradanga is 308483. The village spans a total geographical area of 380.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736145. Dinhata is nearest town to Paschim Paradanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Paschim Paradanga 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 Paschim Paradanga
Population of Paschim Paradanga
According to the 2011 Census, Paschim Paradanga has a total population of about 3,307, with approximately 1,711 males and 1,596 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 413 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,316 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 191. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.18%, with male literacy at about 65.58% and female literacy near 54.39%. There are around 819 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Paschim Paradanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,307 | 1,711 | 1,596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 413 | 218 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,316 | 1,195 | 1,121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 105 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 1,990 | 1,122 | 868 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,317 | 589 | 728 |
Connectivity of Paschim Paradanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paschim Paradanga. As per the 2011 stats, Paschim Paradanga 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paschim Paradanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Paschim Paradanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paschim Paradanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paschim Paradanga
- Where is Paschim Paradanga located?
- Paschim Paradanga village is situated in Dinhata I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paschim Paradanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Paradanga is Petla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Paschim Paradanga?
- The pincode of Paschim Paradanga is 736145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paschim Paradanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paschim Paradanga is 3,307, with 1,711 males and 1,596 females.
- How many households are there in Paschim Paradanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paschim Paradanga village has a total of 819 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paschim Paradanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paschim Paradanga is 60.18%. The male literacy rate is 65.58%, while the female literacy rate is 54.39%.