Dhokra

Dhokra is a village located in Barasat Ii subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.8km away from sub-district headquarter Krishnapur. Barasat is the district headquarter of Dhokra village. As per 2009 stats, Dadpur is the gram panchayat of Dhokra village.

Dhokra has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dhokra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhokra is 323270. The village spans a total geographical area of 182.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743286. Barasat is nearest town to Dhokra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dhokra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Haroa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dhokra

Below is a concise population overview of Dhokra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,015 1,028 987
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 300 143 157
Scheduled Castes (SC) 18 11 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,347 731 616
Illiterate Population 668 297 371

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhokra village:

  • The total population of Dhokra village is around 2,015, including approximately 1,028 males and 987 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 300 children aged 0–6 years in Dhokra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhokra village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhokra village is about 66.85%, with male literacy at 71.11% and female literacy at 62.41%.
  • There are around 385 households in Dhokra village.

Connectivity of Dhokra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhokra. As per the 2011 stats, Dhokra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhokra

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhokra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhokra.

Gobindapur Kayemba Bagband Saiberia Kirttipur Simulia Chaumuha Khamar Nowabad Mudia Andulia Krishnamati Krishnapur Madanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhokra

Where is Dhokra located?
Dhokra village is situated in Barasat Ii Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhokra?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhokra is Dadpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhokra?
The pincode of Dhokra is 743286, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhokra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhokra is 2,015, with 1,028 males and 987 females.
How many households are there in Dhokra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhokra village has a total of 385 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhokra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhokra is 66.85%. The male literacy rate is 71.11%, while the female literacy rate is 62.41%.