Dakshinal
Dakshinal is a village located in Itahar subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.4km away from sub-district headquarter Itahar. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Dakshinal village. As per 2009 stats, Durlovpur is the gram panchayat of Dakshinal village.
Here you can discover what makes Dakshinal unique in its vibrant Itahar-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Dakshinal’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 Dakshinal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakshinal is 310143. The village spans a total geographical area of 401.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733143. Raiganj is nearest town to Dakshinal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Dakshinal
Population of Dakshinal
According to the 2011 Census, Dakshinal has a total population of about 2,696, with approximately 1,383 males and 1,313 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 358 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,652 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 630. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.41%, with male literacy at about 59.51% and female literacy near 42.88%. There are around 598 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dakshinal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,696 | 1,383 | 1,313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 191 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,652 | 833 | 819 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 630 | 328 | 302 |
| Literate Population | 1,386 | 823 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,310 | 560 | 750 |
Connectivity of Dakshinal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakshinal. As per the 2011 stats, Dakshinal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dakshinal
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakshinal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakshinal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakshinal
- Where is Dakshinal located?
- Dakshinal village is situated in Itahar Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakshinal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dakshinal is Durlovpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dakshinal?
- The pincode of Dakshinal is 733143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakshinal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakshinal is 2,696, with 1,383 males and 1,313 females.
- How many households are there in Dakshinal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakshinal village has a total of 598 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakshinal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakshinal is 51.41%. The male literacy rate is 59.51%, while the female literacy rate is 42.88%.