Dontarda - Sabang, Paschim Medinipur
Dontarda is a village situated in the Sabang subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Danrra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dontarda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dontarda is 342761. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.53 hectares and falls under the 721144 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Dontarda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dontarda
As per Census 2011, Dontarda village has a total population of 619 people, consisting of 301 males and 318 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 193 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 180 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dontarda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 619 | 301 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 92 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 87 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 248 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 53 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Dontarda
Dontarda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dontarda
Dontarda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Dontarda is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dontarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dontarda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dontarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dontarda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dontarda
Where is Dontarda located?
Dontarda village is located in Sabang Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dontarda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dontarda is Danrra.
What is the pincode of Dontarda?
The pincode of Dontarda is 721144.
What is the population of Dontarda?
Dontarda has a total population of 619, including 301 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Dontarda?
There are 153 households in Dontarda.
What is the literacy rate in Dontarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dontarda is 74.47%. Male literacy is 82.39% and female literacy is 66.98%.