Dara

Dara is a village located in the Bhangar I Subdivision of South 24 Parganas district,West Bengal, India. This article provides a comprehensive overview of Dara, covering its demographics, population statistics, household data, administrative structure, geographical area, connectivity, educational and medical facilities, electricity supply, drinking water sources, and nearby villages.

Dara Overview

Administrative & Basic Details
VillageDara
Pincode743502
Area45.73 Sq. Km
Village Code333640
Sub-DistrictBhangar I
Sub-District Code2418
DistrictSouth 24 Parganas
District Code304
State/UTWest Bengal
State/UT Code19
Gram PanchayatNarayanpur
Gram Panchayat Code108014
Block PanchayatBhangar-I
Block Panchayat Code3119
Parliament ConstituencyJadavpur
Parliament Constituency Code239
Assembly ConstituencyBhangar
Assembly Constituency Code2003
Total Population (2011 Census)1269
Total Households256
Nearest TownKUPWARA (Distance: 21 Km)

Dara has a population of 1269 as recorded in the 2011 Census. It falls under the jurisdiction of Narayanpur Gram Panchayat and the Bhangar-I Block Panchayat in Bhangar I District. The village has 256 households and is identified by village code 333640. Dara is located in the 743502 postal area, contributing significantly to the rural administrative structure of Bhangar I Sub-District.

Total Population of Dara

As of the 2011 census, Population of Dara has a population of approximately 1269 people, where the male population is 660 and the female population is 609.

Total 1269
Male 660
Female 609

Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Population of Dara

The population data for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) in Dara is as follows:

Scheduled Caste (SC)
Total Scheduled Caste 0
Male 0
Female 0
Scheduled Tribe (ST)
Total Scheduled Tribe 0
Male 0
Female 0

Household in Dara

There are approximately 256 households in Dara. The average household size in the village is about 4 persons per house.

Type Stats
Household 256
People / Family 4

Assembly & Parliament Constituency of Dara

Dara village falls under the Bhangar Assembly Constituency (Code: 2003) and is part of the Jadavpur Parliament Constituency (Code: 239). The village is politically represented within these constituencies, playing a role in both state and national elections. The Bhangar Assembly Constituency contributes to legislative decisions at the state level, while the Jadavpur Parliament Constituency represents the region in the Lok Sabha, influencing national policies. The nearest town to Dara is Bhangar I, which serves as the central hub for all major economic activities in the region.

Understanding Literacy Rates in Dara Village

As per the 2011 Census, Dara presents important statistics regarding its literacy and illiteracy rates.

Literacy in Dara Village (2011):

Total 763
Male 443
Female 320

illiteracy in Dara Village (2011):

Total 506
Male 217
Female 289

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Connectivity of Dara


Connectivity Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Not Available
Communication Available

Electricity Facilities


Electricity Supply Available
Domestic Electricity Not Available
Agricultural Electricity Not Available
Other Electricity Uses Not Available
All Households Electrified Yes

Education Facilities


Has Education Facility?Available
Primary School1
Middle School0
Secondary School0
Senior Secondary0
College0

Medical Facilities


Medical FacilityAvailable (Within 3-5 km)
Allopathic Hospital0
Ayurvedic Hospital0
Unani Hospital0
Homeopathic Hospital0
DispensariesAllopathic: 0, Ayurvedic: 0, Unani: 0, Homeo: 0
Primary Health Centre (PHC)
Other Medical Centres0

Drinking Water Facilities


Water Facility Available
Tap Water Available
Well Available (Within 3-5 km)
Tank Available (Within 3-5 km)
Tubewell Available (Within 3-5 km)
Handpump Available (Within 3-5 km)
Other Sources Available

Frequently Asked Questions About Dara Village

The total population of Dara Village is approximately 1269 people.

The male population is 660, while the female population is 609.

Dara Village has about 256 households.

The average household size in Dara is approximately 4 people per household.

The total literate population is 763, which includes 443 males and 320 females.

The total illiterate population is 506, consisting of 217 males and 289 females.

There are 85 villages in the Bhangar I Sub-District.

Dara Village falls under the Narayanpur Gram Panchayat.

The Pincode for Dara Village is 743502.

Dara Village is part of the Bhangar-I Block Panchayat.