Dontiara
Dontiara is a village located in Ghatal subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.7km away from sub-district headquarter Ghatal. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Dontiara village. As per 2009 stats, Mohanpur is the gram panchayat of Dontiara village.
Here you can discover what makes Dontiara unique in its vibrant Ghatal-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Dontiara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dontiara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dontiara is 337723. The village spans a total geographical area of 119.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721232. Ghatal is nearest town to Dontiara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Dontiara
Population of Dontiara
According to the 2011 Census, Dontiara has a total population of about 1,312, with approximately 685 males and 627 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 191 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,015 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 58. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.64%, with male literacy at about 81.46% and female literacy near 63.00%. There are around 260 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dontiara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,312 | 685 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 98 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,015 | 527 | 488 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 953 | 558 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 127 | 232 |
Connectivity of Dontiara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dontiara. As per the 2011 stats, Dontiara 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dontiara
Knowing the nearby villages of Dontiara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dontiara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dontiara
- Where is Dontiara located?
- Dontiara village is situated in Ghatal Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dontiara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dontiara is Mohanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dontiara?
- The pincode of Dontiara is 721232, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dontiara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dontiara is 1,312, with 685 males and 627 females.
- How many households are there in Dontiara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dontiara village has a total of 260 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dontiara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dontiara is 72.64%. The male literacy rate is 81.46%, while the female literacy rate is 63.00%.