Dahina

Dahina is a village located in Suti I subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Ahiran are the district & sub-district headquarters of Dahina village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Harua is the gram panchayat of Dahina village.

Here you can discover what makes Dahina unique in its vibrant Suti I-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Dahina’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 Dahina

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dahina is 313907. The village spans a total geographical area of 389.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742234. Raghunathganj is nearest town to Dahina village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dahina 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 Suti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jangipur 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 Dahina

According to the 2011 Census, Dahina has a total population of about 1,685, with approximately 868 males and 817 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 248 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 395 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.99%, with male literacy at about 50.23% and female literacy near 41.49%. There are around 394 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dahina's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,685 868 817
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 248 125 123
Scheduled Castes (SC) 395 205 190
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 775 436 339
Illiterate Population 910 432 478

Connectivity of Dahina

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dahina. As per the 2011 stats, Dahina 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dahina

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dahina

Where is Dahina located?
Dahina village is situated in Suti I Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahina?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahina is Harua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dahina?
The pincode of Dahina is 742234, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dahina as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dahina is 1,685, with 868 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Dahina as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dahina village has a total of 394 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dahina as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dahina is 45.99%. The male literacy rate is 50.23%, while the female literacy rate is 41.49%.