Dhengam
Dhengam is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Dhengam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Manikpara is the gram panchayat of Dhengam village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhengam unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Dhengam’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 Dhengam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhengam is 339636. The village spans a total geographical area of 31.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721513. Jhargram is nearest town to Dhengam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
As per 2019 stats, Dhengam village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Dhengam
Population of Dhengam
According to the 2011 Census, Dhengam has a total population of about 407, with approximately 213 males and 194 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 289 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.08%, with male literacy at about 42.72% and female literacy near 32.99%. There are around 84 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhengam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 407 | 213 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 152 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 155 | 91 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 122 | 130 |
Connectivity of Dhengam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhengam. As per the 2011 stats, Dhengam 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhengam
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhengam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhengam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhengam
- Where is Dhengam located?
- Dhengam village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhengam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhengam is Manikpara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhengam?
- The pincode of Dhengam is 721513, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhengam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhengam is 407, with 213 males and 194 females.
- How many households are there in Dhengam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhengam village has a total of 84 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhengam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhengam is 38.08%. The male literacy rate is 42.72%, while the female literacy rate is 32.99%.