Dhanda
Dhanda is a village located in Bhagawanpur I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Kajlagarh are the district & sub-district headquarters of Dhanda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kakra is the gram panchayat of Dhanda village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhanda unique in its vibrant Bhagawanpur I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Dhanda’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 Dhanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanda is 345464. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721633. Contai is nearest town to Dhanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.
Google Map of Dhanda
Population of Dhanda
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanda has a total population of about 1,589, with approximately 838 males and 751 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 162 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.42%, with male literacy at about 82.34% and female literacy near 76.17%. There are around 381 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,589 | 838 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 86 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,262 | 690 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 148 | 179 |
Connectivity of Dhanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanda. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanda
- Where is Dhanda located?
- Dhanda village is situated in Bhagawanpur I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhanda is Kakra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhanda?
- The pincode of Dhanda is 721633, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanda is 1,589, with 838 males and 751 females.
- How many households are there in Dhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhanda village has a total of 381 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanda is 79.42%. The male literacy rate is 82.34%, while the female literacy rate is 76.17%.