Dagira - Diamond Harbour - I, South 24 Parganas
Dagira is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.7 km from Diamond Harbour and around 42.9 km from Alipore. Basuldanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dagira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dagira is 334378. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.06 hectares and falls under the 743331 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dagira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dagira
As per Census 2011, Dagira village has a total population of 1,841 people, consisting of 918 males and 923 females. The village has 369 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,166 literate and 675 illiterate residents. Additionally, 652 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dagira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,841 | 918 | 923 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 131 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 652 | 311 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 1,166 | 641 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 675 | 277 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Dagira
Dagira 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 Dagira
Public transport in the Dagira is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dagira.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Dagira is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dagira is about 42.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dagira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dagira 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 Dagira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dagira 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dagira
Where is Dagira located?
Dagira village is located in Diamond Harbour - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dagira?
The Gram Panchayat of Dagira is Basuldanga.
What is the pincode of Dagira?
The pincode of Dagira is 743331.
What is the population of Dagira?
Dagira has a total population of 1,841, including 918 males and 923 females.
How many households are there in Dagira?
There are 369 households in Dagira.
What is the literacy rate in Dagira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagira is 63.34%. Male literacy is 69.83% and female literacy is 56.88%.