Dhanberia - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Dhanberia is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.5 km from Piyali and around 30.8 km from Alipore. Shikharbali-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanberia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanberia is 333929. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.8 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhanberia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanberia
As per Census 2011, Dhanberia village has a total population of 846 people, consisting of 425 males and 421 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 599 literate and 247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 825 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanberia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 846 | 425 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 30 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 825 | 415 | 410 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 342 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 83 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanberia
Dhanberia 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 Dhanberia
Dhanberia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Dhanberia.
| 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Dhanberia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dhanberia is about 30.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanberia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanberia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanberia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanberia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhanberia
Where is Dhanberia located?
Dhanberia village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanberia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanberia is Shikharbali-ii.
What is the pincode of Dhanberia?
The pincode of Dhanberia is 700144.
What is the population of Dhanberia?
Dhanberia has a total population of 846, including 425 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Dhanberia?
There are 205 households in Dhanberia.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanberia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanberia is 70.80%. Male literacy is 80.47% and female literacy is 61.05%.