Dogachhia - Gaighata, North 24 Parganas
Dogachhia is a village situated in the Gaighata subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.5 km from Gaighata and around 45.8 km from Barasat. Chandpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dogachhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dogachhia is 322725. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.14 hectares and falls under the 743245 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dogachhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dogachhia
As per Census 2011, Dogachhia village has a total population of 3,426 people, consisting of 1,759 males and 1,667 females. The village has 816 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,643 literate and 783 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dogachhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,426 | 1,759 | 1,667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 165 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,128 | 1,089 | 1,039 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,643 | 1,435 | 1,208 |
| Illiterate Population | 783 | 324 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Dogachhia
Dogachhia 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 Dogachhia
Dogachhia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dogachhia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangaon to Dogachhia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Dogachhia is about 45.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dogachhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dogachhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dogachhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dogachhia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dogachhia
Where is Dogachhia located?
Dogachhia village is located in Gaighata Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dogachhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dogachhia is Chandpara.
What is the pincode of Dogachhia?
The pincode of Dogachhia is 743245.
What is the population of Dogachhia?
Dogachhia has a total population of 3,426, including 1,759 males and 1,667 females.
How many households are there in Dogachhia?
There are 816 households in Dogachhia.
What is the literacy rate in Dogachhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dogachhia is 77.15%. Male literacy is 81.58% and female literacy is 72.47%.