Dara
About Dara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dara village is 333640. Dara village is located in Bhangar I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 25.5km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindapur (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Narayanpur is the gram panchayat of Dara village.
The total geographical area of village is 88.5 hectares. Dara has a total population of 1,269 peoples, out of which male population is 660 while female population is 609. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 922 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dara village is 60.13% out of which 67.12% males and 52.55% females are literate. There are about 256 houses in dara village. Pincode of dara village locality is 743502.
When it comes to administration, Dara village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dara village comes under Bhangar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency. Canning Town is nearest town to dara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
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Population of Dara
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,269 | 660 | 609 |
| Literate Population | 763 | 443 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 217 | 289 |
Connectivity of Dara
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dara
Where is Dara located?
Dara village is situated in Bhangar I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dara is Narayanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dara?
The pincode of Dara is 743502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dara is 1,269, with 660 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Dara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dara village has a total of 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dara is 60.13%. The male literacy rate is 67.12%, while the female literacy rate is 52.55%.