Dumchi Forest - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Dumchi Forest is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.3 km from Madarihat and around 86.8 km from Jalpaiguri . Rangalibajna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumchi Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumchi Forest is 307082. The village covers a total geographical area of 1199.52 hectares and falls under the 735213 pincode. Gairkata is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Dumchi Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dumchi Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Dumchi Forest village had a total population of 327 people, including 170 males and 157 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.62%, with male literacy at 60.81% and female literacy at 56.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 322.
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 | 327 | 170 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 322 | 167 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 90 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 80 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Dumchi Forest
Dumchi Forest 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 Dumchi Forest
Dumchi Forest is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Dumchi Forest.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gairkata to Dumchi Forest is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Dumchi Forest is about 86.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumchi Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumchi Forest village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dumchi Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumchi Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dumchi Forest
Where is Dumchi Forest located?
Dumchi Forest village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumchi Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumchi Forest is Rangalibajna.
What is the pincode of Dumchi Forest?
The pincode of Dumchi Forest is 735213.
What is the population of Dumchi Forest?
Dumchi Forest had a total population of 327, including 170 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Dumchi Forest?
Dumchi Forest had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dumchi Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumchi Forest was 58.62%. Male literacy was 60.81% and female literacy was 56.34%.