Dotal

Dotal is a village located in Ratua I subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.2km away from sub-district headquarter Ratua (tehsildar office) and 46.3km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Bhado is the gram panchayat of Dotal village.

Dotal has its own place in the vibrant Maldah region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dotal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dotal is 312394. The village spans a total geographical area of 100.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732139. Malda is nearest town to Dotal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.

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Population of Dotal

Below is a concise population overview of Dotal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 266 155 111
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 42 23 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 164 101 63
Illiterate Population 102 54 48

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dotal village:

  • The total population of Dotal village is around 266, including approximately 155 males and 111 females, with a sex ratio of 716 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Dotal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Dotal village is about 61.65%, with male literacy at 65.16% and female literacy at 56.76%.
  • There are around 49 households in Dotal village.

Connectivity of Dotal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dotal. As per the 2011 stats, Dotal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dotal

Knowing the nearby villages of Dotal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dotal.

Chandi Prasad Naokaram Daudpur Jagannathpur Bishal Gokulpur Balia Binodpur Parakaram Matiganj Gopalpur Amar Singhi Harekrishnapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Dotal

Where is Dotal located?
Dotal village is situated in Ratua I Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dotal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dotal is Bhado (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dotal?
The pincode of Dotal is 732139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dotal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dotal is 266, with 155 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Dotal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dotal village has a total of 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dotal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dotal is 61.65%. The male literacy rate is 65.16%, while the female literacy rate is 56.76%.