Dakshina
Dakshina is a village located in Jamboni subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jamboni are the district & sub-district headquarters of Dakshina village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kendadangri is the gram panchayat of Dakshina village.
Here you can discover what makes Dakshina unique in its vibrant Jamboni-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Dakshina’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 Dakshina
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakshina is 340349. The village spans a total geographical area of 50.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Dakshina village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Dakshina
Population of Dakshina
According to the 2011 Census, Dakshina has a total population of about 429, with approximately 215 males and 214 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 48 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 149 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 82. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.23%, with male literacy at about 80.00% and female literacy near 58.41%. There are around 101 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dakshina's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 429 | 215 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 17 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 76 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 172 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 43 | 89 |
Connectivity of Dakshina
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakshina. As per the 2011 stats, Dakshina had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dakshina
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakshina helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakshina.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakshina
- Where is Dakshina located?
- Dakshina village is situated in Jamboni Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakshina?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dakshina is Kendadangri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dakshina?
- The pincode of Dakshina is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakshina as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakshina is 429, with 215 males and 214 females.
- How many households are there in Dakshina as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakshina village has a total of 101 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakshina as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakshina is 69.23%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 58.41%.