Dewanganj
About Dewanganj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dewanganj village is 334933. Dewanganj village is located in Jaynagar I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.3km away from sub-district headquarter Baru (tehsildar office) and 31.9km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Khakurdaha is the gram panchayat of Dewanganj village.
The total geographical area of village is 186.35 hectares. Dewanganj has a total population of 2,416 peoples, out of which male population is 1,261 while female population is 1,155. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 915 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dewanganj village is 65.40% out of which 73.12% males and 56.97% females are literate. There are about 522 houses in dewanganj village. Pincode of dewanganj village locality is 743372.
When it comes to administration, Dewanganj 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, Dewanganj village comes under Baruipur Purba Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency. Joynagar Majil is nearest town to dewanganj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Dewanganj
The population details of Dewanganj 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 | 2,416 | 1,261 | 1,155 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 280 | 147 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,874 | 984 | 890 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,580 | 922 | 658 |
| Illiterate Population | 836 | 339 | 497 |
Connectivity of Dewanganj
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dewanganj
Where is Dewanganj located?
Dewanganj village is situated in Jaynagar I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewanganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewanganj is Khakurdaha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dewanganj?
The pincode of Dewanganj is 743372, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dewanganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dewanganj is 2,416, with 1,261 males and 1,155 females.
How many households are there in Dewanganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dewanganj village has a total of 522 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewanganj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dewanganj is 65.40%. The male literacy rate is 73.12%, while the female literacy rate is 56.97%.