Dwarshini - Mangolkote, Purba Bardhaman
Dwarshini is a village situated in the Mangolkote subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.9 km from Nutanhat and around 42.6 km from Barddhaman. Gotistha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dwarshini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dwarshini is 319078. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.33 hectares and falls under the 713131 pincode. Gushkara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dwarshini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dwarshini
According to the 2011 Census, Dwarshini village had a total population of 332 people, including 170 males and 162 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.00%, with male literacy at 87.58% and female literacy at 78.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 332 | 170 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 134 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 36 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Dwarshini
Dwarshini 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 Dwarshini
Dwarshini is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dwarshini.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gushkara to Dwarshini is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barddhaman to Dwarshini is about 42.6 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 Dwarshini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dwarshini 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 Dwarshini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dwarshini 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dwarshini
Where is Dwarshini located?
Dwarshini village is located in Mangolkote Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dwarshini?
The Gram Panchayat of Dwarshini is Gotistha.
What is the pincode of Dwarshini?
The pincode of Dwarshini is 713131.
What is the population of Dwarshini?
Dwarshini had a total population of 332, including 170 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Dwarshini?
Dwarshini had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dwarshini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dwarshini was 83.00%. Male literacy was 87.58% and female literacy was 78.23%.