Dahil
Dahil is a village located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.2km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 32.5km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Salaidanga is the gram panchayat of Dahil village.
Here you can discover what makes Dahil unique in its vibrant Gazole-Maldah region. You’ll see Dahil’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 Dahil
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dahil is 312640. The village spans a total geographical area of 174.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732138. Old Malda is nearest town to Dahil village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Dahil
Population of Dahil
According to the 2011 Census, Dahil has a total population of about 1,816, with approximately 900 males and 916 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 328 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 215 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 311. The overall literacy rate is approximately 29.96%, with male literacy at about 36.00% and female literacy near 24.02%. There are around 354 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dahil's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,816 | 900 | 916 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 155 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 108 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 150 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 544 | 324 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,272 | 576 | 696 |
Connectivity of Dahil
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dahil. As per the 2011 stats, Dahil 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dahil
Knowing the nearby villages of Dahil helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dahil.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dahil
- Where is Dahil located?
- Dahil village is situated in Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dahil?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dahil is Salaidanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dahil?
- The pincode of Dahil is 732138, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dahil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dahil is 1,816, with 900 males and 916 females.
- How many households are there in Dahil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dahil village has a total of 354 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dahil as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dahil is 29.96%. The male literacy rate is 36.00%, while the female literacy rate is 24.02%.