Dogachhi - Karimpur - II, Nadia
Dogachhi is a village situated in the Karimpur - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahamatpur and around 84.9 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Dhoradaha-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dogachhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dogachhi is 321126. The village covers a total geographical area of 1977.96 hectares and falls under the 741152 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Dogachhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karimpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Murshidabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dogachhi
As per Census 2011, Dogachhi village has a total population of 20,845 people, consisting of 10,639 males and 10,206 females. The village has 5,348 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,712 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,813 literate and 11,032 illiterate residents. Additionally, 448 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dogachhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,845 | 10,639 | 10,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,712 | 1,354 | 1,358 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 448 | 225 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 9,813 | 4,978 | 4,835 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,032 | 5,661 | 5,371 |
Nearby Villages of Dogachhi
Dogachhi 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 Dogachhi
Dogachhi 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 5-10 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 Krishnagar to Dogachhi is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Dogachhi is about 84.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dogachhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dogachhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dogachhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dogachhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dogachhi
Where is Dogachhi located?
Dogachhi village is located in Karimpur - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dogachhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dogachhi is Dhoradaha-i.
What is the pincode of Dogachhi?
The pincode of Dogachhi is 741152.
What is the population of Dogachhi?
Dogachhi has a total population of 20,845, including 10,639 males and 10,206 females.
How many households are there in Dogachhi?
There are 5,348 households in Dogachhi.
What is the literacy rate in Dogachhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dogachhi is 47.08%. Male literacy is 46.79% and female literacy is 47.37%.