Dahi
Dahi is a village located in Nayagram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Bali Geria are the district & sub-district headquarters of Dahi village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Nayagram is the gram panchayat of Dahi village.
Here you can discover what makes Dahi unique in its vibrant Nayagram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Dahi’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 Dahi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dahi is 340956. The village spans a total geographical area of 137.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721159. Kharagpur is nearest town to Dahi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km away.
Google Map of Dahi
Population of Dahi
According to the 2011 Census, Dahi has a total population of about 1,004, with approximately 531 males and 473 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 100 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 396 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.84%, with male literacy at about 71.37% and female literacy near 55.39%. There are around 224 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dahi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,004 | 531 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 59 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 201 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 379 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 152 | 211 |
Connectivity of Dahi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dahi. As per the 2011 stats, Dahi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dahi
Knowing the nearby villages of Dahi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dahi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dahi
- Where is Dahi located?
- Dahi village is situated in Nayagram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dahi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dahi is Nayagram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dahi?
- The pincode of Dahi is 721159, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dahi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dahi is 1,004, with 531 males and 473 females.
- How many households are there in Dahi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dahi village has a total of 224 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dahi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dahi is 63.84%. The male literacy rate is 71.37%, while the female literacy rate is 55.39%.