Dingel - Kaliganj, Nadia
Dingel is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 42.5 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Debagram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dingel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dingel is 321352. The village covers a total geographical area of 384.86 hectares and falls under the 741137 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Dingel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dingel
As per Census 2011, Dingel village has a total population of 3,761 people, consisting of 1,962 males and 1,799 females. The village has 755 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 567 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,282 literate and 1,479 illiterate residents. Additionally, 256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dingel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,761 | 1,962 | 1,799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 567 | 306 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 130 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,282 | 1,183 | 1,099 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,479 | 779 | 700 |
Nearby Villages of Dingel
Dingel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Debagram | West | 2.27 km |
| Haranagar | East | 2.40 km |
| Radhakantapur | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Giridharpur | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Sajapur | North | 3.41 km |
| Pacha Chandpur | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Bhaga | South | 3.59 km |
| Dhubinagadi | South | 3.86 km |
| Senpur | South | 3.92 km |
| Khorda Palashi | South-West | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dingel
Dingel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Debagram, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Dingel is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Dingel is about 42.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dingel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dingel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dingel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dingel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dingel
Where is Dingel located?
Dingel village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dingel?
The Gram Panchayat of Dingel is Debagram.
What is the pincode of Dingel?
The pincode of Dingel is 741137.
What is the population of Dingel?
Dingel has a total population of 3,761, including 1,962 males and 1,799 females.
How many households are there in Dingel?
There are 755 households in Dingel.
What is the literacy rate in Dingel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dingel is 60.68%. Male literacy is 60.30% and female literacy is 61.09%.