Dhaka Pathar - Habibpur, Malda
Dhaka Pathar is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 26.1 km from Habibpur and around 26.9 km from English Bazar. Sreerampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhaka Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaka Pathar is 313208. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.93 hectares and falls under the 732121 pincode. English Bazar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Dhaka Pathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maldaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhaka Pathar
As per Census 2011, Dhaka Pathar village has a total population of 806 people, consisting of 421 males and 385 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 448 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhaka Pathar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 806 | 421 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 127 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 253 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 168 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaka Pathar
Dhaka Pathar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Brindabanbati | South-West | 0.80 km |
| Mashai Chak | East | 1.12 km |
| Khasharipur | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Pathar Nachhratpur | North | 1.28 km |
| Ananda Pathar | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Tegharia | South | 1.94 km |
| Nasratpur | West | 1.95 km |
| Komarpur | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Eklaspur | West | 2.08 km |
| Pirozabad | South-West | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhaka Pathar
Dhaka Pathar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gour Malda, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from English Bazar to Dhaka Pathar is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Dhaka Pathar is about 26.9 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 Dhaka Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaka Pathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dhaka Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaka Pathar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhaka Pathar
Where is Dhaka Pathar located?
Dhaka Pathar village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhaka Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhaka Pathar is Sreerampur.
What is the pincode of Dhaka Pathar?
The pincode of Dhaka Pathar is 732121.
What is the population of Dhaka Pathar?
Dhaka Pathar has a total population of 806, including 421 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Dhaka Pathar?
There are 182 households in Dhaka Pathar.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaka Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaka Pathar is 55.58%. Male literacy is 60.10% and female literacy is 50.65%.