Dhara
About Dhara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhara village is 333644. Dhara village is located in Bhangar I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 34.7km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindapur (tehsildar office) and 33.8km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Jagulgachhi is the gram panchayat of Dhara village.
The total geographical area of village is 237.27 hectares. Dhara has a total population of 5,231 peoples, out of which male population is 2,673 while female population is 2,558. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 956 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhara village is 66.93% out of which 71.08% males and 62.59% females are literate. There are about 1,023 houses in dhara village. Pincode of dhara village locality is 743502.
When it comes to administration, Dhara 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, Dhara village comes under Bhangar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency. Calcutta is nearest town to dhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
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Population of Dhara
The population details of Dhara cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,231 | 2,673 | 2,558 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 730 | 354 | 376 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 892 | 472 | 420 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 3,501 | 1,900 | 1,601 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,730 | 773 | 957 |
Connectivity of Dhara
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhara
Where is Dhara located?
Dhara village is situated in Bhangar I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhara is Jagulgachhi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhara?
The pincode of Dhara is 743502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhara is 5,231, with 2,673 males and 2,558 females.
How many households are there in Dhara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhara village has a total of 1,023 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhara is 66.93%. The male literacy rate is 71.08%, while the female literacy rate is 62.59%.