Dahar Langi - Habibpur, Malda
Dahar Langi is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.7 km from Habibpur and around 17.4 km from English Bazar. Bulbulchandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dahar Langi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahar Langi is 313133. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.83 hectares and falls under the 732122 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dahar Langi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habibpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahar Langi
As per Census 2011, Dahar Langi village has a total population of 2,630 people, consisting of 1,325 males and 1,305 females. The village has 600 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 326 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,352 literate and 1,278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 676 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahar Langi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,630 | 1,325 | 1,305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 174 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,285 | 658 | 627 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 676 | 335 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 1,352 | 758 | 594 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,278 | 567 | 711 |
Nearby Villages of Dahar Langi
Dahar Langi 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Soladang | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Mohanpur Inlis | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Dolmalpur | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Talpukur | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Kassiadanga | North | 1.80 km |
| Dhala Kandar | East | 1.92 km |
| Darajpur | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Sahapur | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Anail | East | 2.46 km |
| Kokabirni | North-East | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahar Langi
Dahar Langi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malda Town, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Dahar Langi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Dahar Langi is about 17.4 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahar Langi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahar Langi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dahar Langi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahar Langi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dahar Langi
Where is Dahar Langi located?
Dahar Langi village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahar Langi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahar Langi is Bulbulchandi.
What is the pincode of Dahar Langi?
The pincode of Dahar Langi is 732122.
What is the population of Dahar Langi?
Dahar Langi has a total population of 2,630, including 1,325 males and 1,305 females.
How many households are there in Dahar Langi?
There are 600 households in Dahar Langi.
What is the literacy rate in Dahar Langi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahar Langi is 51.41%. Male literacy is 57.21% and female literacy is 45.52%.