Dhobasol - Garbeta - II, Paschim Medinipur
Dhobasol is a village situated in the Garbeta - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Jogardanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhobasol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhobasol is 336690. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.91 hectares and falls under the 721121 pincode. Gorhbeta is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dhobasol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garbeta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhobasol
As per Census 2011, Dhobasol village has a total population of 627 people, consisting of 312 males and 315 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 366 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 616 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhobasol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 627 | 312 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 616 | 306 | 310 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 202 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 110 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Dhobasol
Dhobasol is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhobasol
Dhobasol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorhbeta to Dhobasol is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhobasol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhobasol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhobasol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhobasol 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 Dhobasol
Where is Dhobasol located?
Dhobasol village is located in Garbeta - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhobasol?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhobasol is Jogardanga.
What is the pincode of Dhobasol?
The pincode of Dhobasol is 721121.
What is the population of Dhobasol?
Dhobasol has a total population of 627, including 312 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Dhobasol?
There are 129 households in Dhobasol.
What is the literacy rate in Dhobasol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhobasol is 58.37%. Male literacy is 64.74% and female literacy is 52.06%.