Dholkhali
About Dholkhali
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dholkhali village is 323885. Dholkhali village is located in Sandeshkhali Ii subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.3km away from sub-district headquarter Kumarjola. Barasat is the district headquarter of Dholkhali village. As per 2009 stats, Sandeshkhali is the gram panchayat of Dholkhali village.
The total geographical area of village is 280.9 hectares. Dholkhali has a total population of 2,556 peoples, out of which male population is 1,265 while female population is 1,291. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1020 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dholkhali village is 63.62% out of which 70.75% males and 56.62% females are literate. There are about 618 houses in dholkhali village. Pincode of dholkhali village locality is 743446.
When it comes to administration, Dholkhali 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, Dholkhali village comes under Sandeshkhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency. Basirhat is nearest town to dholkhali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
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Population of Dholkhali
The population details of Dholkhali 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 | 2,556 | 1,265 | 1,291 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 296 | 128 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,741 | 876 | 865 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 232 | 100 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 1,626 | 895 | 731 |
| Illiterate Population | 930 | 370 | 560 |
Connectivity of Dholkhali
| 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 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dholkhali
Where is Dholkhali located?
Dholkhali village is situated in Sandeshkhali Ii Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholkhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholkhali is Sandeshkhali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dholkhali?
The pincode of Dholkhali is 743446, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dholkhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dholkhali is 2,556, with 1,265 males and 1,291 females.
How many households are there in Dholkhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dholkhali village has a total of 618 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dholkhali as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dholkhali is 63.62%. The male literacy rate is 70.75%, while the female literacy rate is 56.62%.