Dakshin Harkara
Dakshin Harkara is a village located in Narayangarh subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Belda are the district & sub-district headquarters of Dakshin Harkara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bakhrabad is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Harkara village.
Here you can discover what makes Dakshin Harkara unique in its vibrant Narayangarh-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Dakshin Harkara’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 Dakshin Harkara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakshin Harkara is 343347. The village spans a total geographical area of 155.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721437. Kharagpur is nearest town to Dakshin Harkara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Dakshin Harkara
Population of Dakshin Harkara
According to the 2011 Census, Dakshin Harkara has a total population of about 440, with approximately 215 males and 225 females. The sex ratio is around 1046 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 221 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 84.09%, with male literacy at about 87.91% and female literacy near 80.44%. There are around 102 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dakshin Harkara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 440 | 215 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 103 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 370 | 189 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 26 | 44 |
Connectivity of Dakshin Harkara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakshin Harkara. As per the 2011 stats, Dakshin Harkara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Harkara
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakshin Harkara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakshin Harkara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakshin Harkara
- Where is Dakshin Harkara located?
- Dakshin Harkara village is situated in Narayangarh Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Harkara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Harkara is Bakhrabad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dakshin Harkara?
- The pincode of Dakshin Harkara is 721437, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakshin Harkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakshin Harkara is 440, with 215 males and 225 females.
- How many households are there in Dakshin Harkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakshin Harkara village has a total of 102 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Harkara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakshin Harkara is 84.09%. The male literacy rate is 87.91%, while the female literacy rate is 80.44%.