Dhanghara

Dhanghara is a village located in Burwan subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Gram Salkia are the district & sub-district headquarters of Dhanghara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Burwan Ii is the gram panchayat of Dhanghara village.

Dhanghara has its own place in the vibrant Murshidabad 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 Dhanghara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanghara is 315950. The village spans a total geographical area of 43.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742132. Kandi is nearest town to Dhanghara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dhanghara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Burwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Baharampur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dhanghara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 712 360 352
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 80 37 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) 262 131 131
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 460 268 192
Illiterate Population 252 92 160

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

  • The total population of Dhanghara village is around 712, including approximately 360 males and 352 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Dhanghara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhanghara village has 262 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhanghara village is about 64.61%, with male literacy at 74.44% and female literacy at 54.55%.
  • There are around 173 households in Dhanghara village.

Connectivity of Dhanghara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanghara. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanghara 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhanghara

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

Kakra Saheb Nagar Mahurakandi Pashupatibati Mirazapur Gouri Nagar Bolpara Parsalika Rameswarpur Gram Salkia Ekgharia

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanghara

Where is Dhanghara located?
Dhanghara village is situated in Burwan Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanghara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanghara is Burwan Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhanghara?
The pincode of Dhanghara is 742132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhanghara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanghara is 712, with 360 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Dhanghara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanghara village has a total of 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanghara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanghara is 64.61%. The male literacy rate is 74.44%, while the female literacy rate is 54.55%.