Dasdia - Haringhata, Nadia
Dasdia is a village situated in the Haringhata subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Subarnapur and around 59.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Mollabelia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dasdia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dasdia is 322366. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.47 hectares and falls under the 741257 pincode. Habra is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dasdia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dasdia
According to the 2011 Census, Dasdia village had a total population of 3,434 people, including 1,775 males and 1,659 females, living in 795 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.38%, with male literacy at 86.34% and female literacy at 80.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,091, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,434 | 1,775 | 1,659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 179 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,091 | 564 | 527 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,578 | 1,378 | 1,200 |
| Illiterate Population | 856 | 397 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Dasdia
Dasdia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Datta Para | South | 1.32 km |
| Bamunbaria | North | 1.35 km |
| Jalkarampur | East | 1.50 km |
| Mollabalia | West | 1.84 km |
| Kurambelia | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Fatepur | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Hari Puknaria | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Garagohalia | South | 2.36 km |
| Baliadanga | South | 2.49 km |
| Barasat | South-East | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dasdia
Dasdia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Habra to Dasdia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Dasdia is about 59.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dasdia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dasdia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dasdia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dasdia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dasdia
Where is Dasdia located?
Dasdia village is located in Haringhata Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dasdia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dasdia is Mollabelia.
What is the pincode of Dasdia?
The pincode of Dasdia is 741257.
What is the population of Dasdia?
Dasdia had a total population of 3,434, including 1,775 males and 1,659 females.
How many households are there in Dasdia?
Dasdia had 795 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dasdia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dasdia was 83.38%. Male literacy was 86.34% and female literacy was 80.21%.