Dhablat - Sagar, South 24 Parganas
Dhablat is a village situated in the Sagar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.7 km from Rudranagar and around 112 km from Alipore. Dhablat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhablat is 335281. The village covers a total geographical area of 1143.24 hectares and falls under the 743356 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dhablat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhablat
According to the 2011 Census, Dhablat village had a total population of 6,778 people, including 3,496 males and 3,282 females, living in 1,536 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.36%, with male literacy at 91.05% and female literacy at 79.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,315, 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 | 6,778 | 3,496 | 3,282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 830 | 422 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,315 | 689 | 626 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5,077 | 2,799 | 2,278 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,701 | 697 | 1,004 |
Nearby Villages of Dhablat
Dhablat 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 Dhablat
Dhablat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Dhablat is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dhablat is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhablat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhablat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhablat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhablat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dhablat
Where is Dhablat located?
Dhablat village is located in Sagar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhablat?
Dhablat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhablat?
The pincode of Dhablat is 743356.
What is the population of Dhablat?
Dhablat had a total population of 6,778, including 3,496 males and 3,282 females.
How many households are there in Dhablat?
Dhablat had 1,536 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhablat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhablat was 85.36%. Male literacy was 91.05% and female literacy was 79.26%.