Dobila - Swarupnagar, North 24 Parganas
Dobila is a village situated in the Swarupnagar subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.3 km from Swarupnagar and around 57 km from Barasat. Kaijuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dobila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dobila is 322838. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.7 hectares and falls under the 743247 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dobila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dobila
As per Census 2011, Dobila village has a total population of 1,982 people, consisting of 999 males and 983 females. The village has 485 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,545 literate and 437 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,913 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dobila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,982 | 999 | 983 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 72 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,913 | 958 | 955 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,545 | 853 | 692 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 146 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Dobila
Dobila 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaijuri | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Khalsi | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Sarparajpurgabarda | South | 3.13 km |
| Nabat Kati | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Buran Gabarda | South | 3.38 km |
| Bara Bankra | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Bil Balli | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Chituri | North | 4.14 km |
| Amudia | North-East | 4.19 km |
| Bhaduria | South-West | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dobila
Dobila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Basirhat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basirhat to Dobila is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Dobila is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dobila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dobila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dobila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dobila 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dobila
Where is Dobila located?
Dobila village is located in Swarupnagar Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dobila?
The Gram Panchayat of Dobila is Kaijuri.
What is the pincode of Dobila?
The pincode of Dobila is 743247.
What is the population of Dobila?
Dobila has a total population of 1,982, including 999 males and 983 females.
How many households are there in Dobila?
There are 485 households in Dobila.
What is the literacy rate in Dobila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dobila is 77.95%. Male literacy is 85.39% and female literacy is 70.40%.