Dulalgora - Santuri, Purulia
Dulalgora is a village situated in the Santuri subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.9 km from Santuri and around 57.8 km from Purulia. Tarabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dulalgora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dulalgora is 330569. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.81 hectares and falls under the 723133 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dulalgora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dulalgora
According to the 2011 Census, Dulalgora village had a total population of 369 people, including 182 males and 187 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.86%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 54.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 369.
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 | 369 | 182 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 22 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 369 | 182 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 120 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 62 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Dulalgora
Dulalgora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baghaband | North-East | 0.71 km |
| Latulbad | North-West | 1.05 km |
| Jiyalgoria | South | 1.17 km |
| Kherad | East | 1.47 km |
| Guhagara | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Ghutgarya | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Ledasan | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Manjhopra | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Amlagarya | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Benagaria | North | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dulalgora
Public transport in the Dulalgora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Metyal Sohar, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathpur to Dulalgora is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Dulalgora is about 57.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dulalgora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dulalgora 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dulalgora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dulalgora 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 Dulalgora
Where is Dulalgora located?
Dulalgora village is located in Santuri Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dulalgora?
The Gram Panchayat of Dulalgora is Tarabari.
What is the pincode of Dulalgora?
The pincode of Dulalgora is 723133.
What is the population of Dulalgora?
Dulalgora had a total population of 369, including 182 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Dulalgora?
Dulalgora had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dulalgora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dulalgora was 64.86%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 54.25%.