Dharsona - Mangolkote, Purba Bardhaman
Dharsona is a village situated in the Mangolkote subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.6 km from Nutanhat and around 43.5 km from Barddhaman. Kshirgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharsona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharsona is 319164. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.93 hectares and falls under the 713143 pincode. Katwa is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dharsona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharsona
As per Census 2011, Dharsona village has a total population of 3,619 people, consisting of 1,838 males and 1,781 females. The village has 760 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 556 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,988 literate and 1,631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharsona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,619 | 1,838 | 1,781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 556 | 254 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,988 | 1,093 | 895 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,631 | 745 | 886 |
Nearby Villages of Dharsona
Dharsona is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Palashi | South | 1.70 km |
| Katari | East | 1.76 km |
| Puini | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Jabagram | West | 1.99 km |
| Ita | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Kharija Kshirgram | North | 2.39 km |
| Bamungram | West | 2.65 km |
| Kshirgram | North | 2.67 km |
| Sargram | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Kasigram | South | 3.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharsona
Dharsona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balgona, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katwa to Dharsona is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barddhaman to Dharsona is about 43.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharsona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharsona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharsona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharsona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharsona
Where is Dharsona located?
Dharsona village is located in Mangolkote Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharsona?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharsona is Kshirgram.
What is the pincode of Dharsona?
The pincode of Dharsona is 713143.
What is the population of Dharsona?
Dharsona has a total population of 3,619, including 1,838 males and 1,781 females.
How many households are there in Dharsona?
There are 760 households in Dharsona.
What is the literacy rate in Dharsona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharsona is 54.93%. Male literacy is 59.47% and female literacy is 50.25%.