Dekhali - Khejuri - II, Purba Medinipur
Dekhali is a village situated in the Khejuri - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Haludbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dekhali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dekhali is 345940. The village covers a total geographical area of 1025.48 hectares and falls under the 721430 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dekhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dekhali
As per Census 2011, Dekhali village has a total population of 9,619 people, consisting of 4,904 males and 4,715 females. The village has 1,861 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,134 literate and 2,485 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,382 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dekhali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,619 | 4,904 | 4,715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,338 | 646 | 692 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,382 | 1,226 | 1,156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 7,134 | 3,877 | 3,257 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,485 | 1,027 | 1,458 |
Nearby Villages of Dekhali
Dekhali 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 Dekhali
Dekhali 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Dekhali is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dekhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dekhali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dekhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dekhali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dekhali
Where is Dekhali located?
Dekhali village is located in Khejuri - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dekhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Dekhali is Haludbari.
What is the pincode of Dekhali?
The pincode of Dekhali is 721430.
What is the population of Dekhali?
Dekhali has a total population of 9,619, including 4,904 males and 4,715 females.
How many households are there in Dekhali?
There are 1,861 households in Dekhali.
What is the literacy rate in Dekhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dekhali is 74.17%. Male literacy is 79.06% and female literacy is 69.08%.