Dosatina - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Dosatina is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.2 km from Dongaria and around 27.7 km from Alipore. Rania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dosatina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dosatina is 333358. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.51 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dosatina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dosatina
According to the 2011 Census, Dosatina village had a total population of 1,825 people, including 957 males and 868 females, living in 452 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.01%, with male literacy at 94.38% and female literacy at 78.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 491, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,825 | 957 | 868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 120 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 491 | 254 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,387 | 790 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 167 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Dosatina
Dosatina 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 Dosatina
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dosatina. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dosatina.
| 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 Dakshin Raipur to Dosatina is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dosatina is about 27.7 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 Dosatina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dosatina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dosatina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dosatina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dosatina
Where is Dosatina located?
Dosatina village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dosatina?
The Gram Panchayat of Dosatina is Rania.
What is the pincode of Dosatina?
The pincode of Dosatina is 743318.
What is the population of Dosatina?
Dosatina had a total population of 1,825, including 957 males and 868 females.
How many households are there in Dosatina?
Dosatina had 452 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dosatina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dosatina was 87.01%. Male literacy was 94.38% and female literacy was 78.86%.