Dohalia - Kandi, Murshidabad
Dohalia is a village situated in the Kandi subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Jashahari Anukha-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dohalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dohalia is 315294. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.23 hectares and falls under the 742137 pincode. Kandi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dohalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dohalia
As per Census 2011, Dohalia village has a total population of 3,345 people, consisting of 1,724 males and 1,621 females. The village has 817 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 329 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,392 literate and 953 illiterate residents. Additionally, 849 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dohalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,345 | 1,724 | 1,621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 169 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 849 | 456 | 393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,392 | 1,320 | 1,072 |
| Illiterate Population | 953 | 404 | 549 |
Nearby Villages of Dohalia
Dohalia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dohalia
Dohalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandi to Dohalia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dohalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dohalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dohalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dohalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dohalia
Where is Dohalia located?
Dohalia village is located in Kandi Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dohalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dohalia is Jashahari Anukha-ii.
What is the pincode of Dohalia?
The pincode of Dohalia is 742137.
What is the population of Dohalia?
Dohalia has a total population of 3,345, including 1,724 males and 1,621 females.
How many households are there in Dohalia?
There are 817 households in Dohalia.
What is the literacy rate in Dohalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dohalia is 71.51%. Male literacy is 76.57% and female literacy is 66.13%.