Dhadkidanga - Salbani, Paschim Medinipur
Dhadkidanga is a village situated in the Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Debgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhadkidanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhadkidanga is 338687. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.14 hectares and falls under the 721102 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhadkidanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhadkidanga
According to the 2011 Census, Dhadkidanga village had a total population of 156 people, including 86 males and 70 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 814 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.11%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 65.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 86 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 57 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 29 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Dhadkidanga
Dhadkidanga 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 Dhadkidanga
Dhadkidanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Midnapur to Dhadkidanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhadkidanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhadkidanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhadkidanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhadkidanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhadkidanga
Where is Dhadkidanga located?
Dhadkidanga village is located in Salbani Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhadkidanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhadkidanga is Debgram.
What is the pincode of Dhadkidanga?
The pincode of Dhadkidanga is 721102.
What is the population of Dhadkidanga?
Dhadkidanga had a total population of 156, including 86 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Dhadkidanga?
Dhadkidanga had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhadkidanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhadkidanga was 71.11%. Male literacy was 76.00% and female literacy was 65.00%.