Dwariknagar
Dwariknagar is a village located in Namkhana subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.9km away from sub-district headquarter Namkhana (tehsildar office) and 101km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Namkhana is the gram panchayat of Dwariknagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Dwariknagar unique in its vibrant Namkhana-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Dwariknagar’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 Dwariknagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dwariknagar is 335298. The village spans a total geographical area of 898.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743357. Kakdwip is nearest town to Dwariknagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dwariknagar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dwariknagar
Population of Dwariknagar
According to the 2011 Census, Dwariknagar has a total population of about 7,733, with approximately 3,899 males and 3,834 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 865 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,351 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.94%, with male literacy at about 80.43% and female literacy near 67.34%. There are around 1,888 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dwariknagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,733 | 3,899 | 3,834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 865 | 447 | 418 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,351 | 1,163 | 1,188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,718 | 3,136 | 2,582 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,015 | 763 | 1,252 |
Connectivity of Dwariknagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dwariknagar. As per the 2011 stats, Dwariknagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dwariknagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Dwariknagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dwariknagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dwariknagar
- Where is Dwariknagar located?
- Dwariknagar village is situated in Namkhana Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dwariknagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dwariknagar is Namkhana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dwariknagar?
- The pincode of Dwariknagar is 743357, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dwariknagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dwariknagar is 7,733, with 3,899 males and 3,834 females.
- How many households are there in Dwariknagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dwariknagar village has a total of 1,888 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dwariknagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dwariknagar is 73.94%. The male literacy rate is 80.43%, while the female literacy rate is 67.34%.