Daharani - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Daharani is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.1 km from Canning and around 64.7 km from Alipore. Atharobanki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daharani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daharani is 333872. The village covers a total geographical area of 787.35 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Daharani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basanti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daharani
According to the 2011 Census, Daharani village had a total population of 11,231 people, including 5,609 males and 5,622 females, living in 2,143 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.71%, with male literacy at 59.12% and female literacy at 46.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,309, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 125.
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 | 11,231 | 5,609 | 5,622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,339 | 1,198 | 1,141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,309 | 652 | 657 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 4,687 | 2,608 | 2,079 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,544 | 3,001 | 3,543 |
Nearby Villages of Daharani
Daharani 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 Daharani
Daharani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Daharani.
| 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 Canning to Daharani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Daharani is about 64.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daharani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daharani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Daharani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daharani 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 Daharani
Where is Daharani located?
Daharani village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daharani?
The Gram Panchayat of Daharani is Atharobanki.
What is the pincode of Daharani?
The pincode of Daharani is 743329.
What is the population of Daharani?
Daharani had a total population of 11,231, including 5,609 males and 5,622 females.
How many households are there in Daharani?
Daharani had 2,143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daharani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daharani was 52.71%. Male literacy was 59.12% and female literacy was 46.40%.