Dhantala
About Dhantala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhantala village is 323718. Dhantala village is located in Haroa subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.4km away from sub-district headquarter Haroa. Barasat is the district headquarter of Dhantala village. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur I is the gram panchayat of Dhantala village.
The total geographical area of village is 363.41 hectares. Dhantala has a total population of 4,567 peoples, out of which male population is 2,361 while female population is 2,206. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 934 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhantala village is 52.66% out of which 57.43% males and 47.55% females are literate. There are about 1,040 houses in dhantala village. Pincode of dhantala village locality is 743445.
When it comes to administration, Dhantala village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dhantala village comes under Haroa Vidhan Sabha constituency & Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency. Basirhat is nearest town to dhantala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Dhantala
The population details of Dhantala cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,567 | 2,361 | 2,206 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 643 | 355 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 999 | 518 | 481 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,042 | 563 | 479 |
| Literate Population | 2,405 | 1,356 | 1,049 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,162 | 1,005 | 1,157 |
Connectivity of Dhantala
| 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 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhantala
Where is Dhantala located?
Dhantala village is situated in Haroa Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhantala?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhantala is Gopalpur I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhantala?
The pincode of Dhantala is 743445, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhantala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhantala is 4,567, with 2,361 males and 2,206 females.
How many households are there in Dhantala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhantala village has a total of 1,040 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhantala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhantala is 52.66%. The male literacy rate is 57.43%, while the female literacy rate is 47.55%.