Dharmatala
Dharmatala is a village located in Canning I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.1km away from sub-district headquarter Canning (tehsildar office) and 47.8km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur is the gram panchayat of Dharmatala village.
Here you can discover what makes Dharmatala unique in its vibrant Canning I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Dharmatala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dharmatala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharmatala is 333776. The village spans a total geographical area of 406.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743502. Canning is nearest town to Dharmatala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Dharmatala
Population of Dharmatala
According to the 2011 Census, Dharmatala has a total population of about 5,003, with approximately 2,435 males and 2,568 females. The sex ratio is around 1054 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 988 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,347 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.11%, with male literacy at about 48.01% and female literacy near 36.53%. There are around 936 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharmatala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,003 | 2,435 | 2,568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 988 | 472 | 516 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,347 | 664 | 683 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,107 | 1,169 | 938 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,896 | 1,266 | 1,630 |
Connectivity of Dharmatala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharmatala. As per the 2011 stats, Dharmatala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dharmatala
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharmatala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharmatala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharmatala
- Where is Dharmatala located?
- Dharmatala village is situated in Canning I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharmatala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dharmatala is Gopalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dharmatala?
- The pincode of Dharmatala is 743502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharmatala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharmatala is 5,003, with 2,435 males and 2,568 females.
- How many households are there in Dharmatala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharmatala village has a total of 936 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharmatala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharmatala is 42.11%. The male literacy rate is 48.01%, while the female literacy rate is 36.53%.