Dotal - Ratua - I, Malda

Dotal is a village situated in the Ratua - I subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.2 km from Ratua and around 46.3 km from English Bazar. Bhado serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dotal village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Dotal is 312394. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.31 hectares and falls under the 732139 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.

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

Population of Dotal

According to the 2011 Census, Dotal village had a total population of 266 people, including 155 males and 111 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 716 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.21%, with male literacy at 76.52% and female literacy at 68.48%.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Dotal

Dotal 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 Dotal

Dotal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Samsi, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.9 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malda to Dotal is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Dotal is about 46.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Dotal

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

Health Facilities in Dotal

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dotal village are given below:

FAQs about Dotal