Dhantair - Hemtabad, Uttar Dinajpur
Dhantair is a village situated in the Hemtabad subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. Bishnupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhantair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhantair is 309830. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.2 hectares and falls under the 733134 pincode. Raiganj is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dhantair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhantair
As per Census 2011, Dhantair village has a total population of 559 people, consisting of 262 males and 297 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,133 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 360 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 248 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhantair are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 559 | 262 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 113 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 188 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 74 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Dhantair
Dhantair is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhantair
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dhantair.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Raiganj to Dhantair is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhantair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhantair village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhantair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhantair village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhantair
Where is Dhantair located?
Dhantair village is located in Hemtabad Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhantair?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhantair is Bishnupur.
What is the pincode of Dhantair?
The pincode of Dhantair is 733134.
What is the population of Dhantair?
Dhantair has a total population of 559, including 262 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Dhantair?
There are 136 households in Dhantair.
What is the literacy rate in Dhantair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhantair is 64.40%. Male literacy is 71.76% and female literacy is 57.91%.