Dograsani - Chopra, Uttar Dinajpur
Dograsani is a village situated in the Chopra subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopra and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Daspara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dograsani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dograsani is 308920. The village covers a total geographical area of 520.02 hectares and falls under the 733207 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dograsani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dograsani
According to the 2011 Census, Dograsani village had a total population of 3,246 people, including 1,618 males and 1,628 females, living in 627 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.83%, with male literacy at 60.44% and female literacy at 49.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 629, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,246 | 1,618 | 1,628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 616 | 306 | 310 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 629 | 318 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 1,442 | 793 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,804 | 825 | 979 |
Nearby Villages of Dograsani
Dograsani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Andharugachh | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Hulasugachh | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Lalitgachh | West | 1.55 km |
| Dewanjagir | South | 2.14 km |
| Dakshin Jibhakata | East | 2.14 km |
| Dhiaghar | West | 2.21 km |
| Dakshin Jaypura | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Paschim Jaipura | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Boalmari | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Rahugachh | South-West | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dograsani
Dograsani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tin Mile Hat, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Islampur to Dograsani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Dograsani is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dograsani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dograsani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dograsani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dograsani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dograsani
Where is Dograsani located?
Dograsani village is located in Chopra Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dograsani?
The Gram Panchayat of Dograsani is Daspara.
What is the pincode of Dograsani?
The pincode of Dograsani is 733207.
What is the population of Dograsani?
Dograsani had a total population of 3,246, including 1,618 males and 1,628 females.
How many households are there in Dograsani?
Dograsani had 627 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dograsani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dograsani was 54.83%. Male literacy was 60.44% and female literacy was 49.24%.