Dogachhia - Habra - II, North 24 Parganas
Dogachhia is a village situated in the Habra - II subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.7 km from Guma and around 23.6 km from Barasat. Guma-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dogachhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dogachhia is 322970. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.85 hectares and falls under the 743234 pincode. Ashok Nagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dogachhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dogachhia
As per Census 2011, Dogachhia village has a total population of 3,423 people, consisting of 1,775 males and 1,648 females. The village has 832 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 349 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,589 literate and 834 illiterate residents. Additionally, 419 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dogachhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,423 | 1,775 | 1,648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 179 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 419 | 220 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,589 | 1,401 | 1,188 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 374 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Dogachhia
Dogachhia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bujrug Bamonia | North-East | 0.75 km |
| Padmapukur | South | 1.15 km |
| Patdanga | West | 1.48 km |
| Haliadanga | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Jangalpur | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Tajpur | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Dhantari | North | 1.98 km |
| Pukurkona | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Baulgachhi | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Mandalhat | North | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dogachhia
Public transport in the Dogachhia is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Karea Kadambagachhi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ashok Nagar to Dogachhia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Dogachhia is about 23.6 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dogachhia
Where is Dogachhia located?
Dogachhia village is located in Habra - II Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dogachhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dogachhia is Guma-ii.
What is the pincode of Dogachhia?
The pincode of Dogachhia is 743234.
What is the population of Dogachhia?
Dogachhia has a total population of 3,423, including 1,775 males and 1,648 females.
How many households are there in Dogachhia?
There are 832 households in Dogachhia.
What is the literacy rate in Dogachhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dogachhia is 75.64%. Male literacy is 78.93% and female literacy is 72.09%.