Dhamas
Dhamas is a village located in Raina I subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.8km away from sub-district headquarter Shyamsundar. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Dhamas village. As per 2009 stats, Natu is the gram panchayat of Dhamas village.
Dhamas has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dhamas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhamas is 320772. The village spans a total geographical area of 206.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713124. Burdwan is nearest town to Dhamas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Dhamas
Population of Dhamas
Below is a concise population overview of Dhamas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,289 | 1,183 | 1,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 119 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 618 | 315 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 142 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 1,623 | 876 | 747 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 307 | 359 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhamas village:
- The total population of Dhamas village is around 2,289, including approximately 1,183 males and 1,106 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 234 children aged 0–6 years in Dhamas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhamas village has 618 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 277 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dhamas village is about 70.90%, with male literacy at 74.05% and female literacy at 67.54%.
- There are around 507 households in Dhamas village.
Connectivity of Dhamas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhamas. As per the 2011 stats, Dhamas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhamas
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhamas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhamas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhamas
- Where is Dhamas located?
- Dhamas village is situated in Raina I Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhamas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhamas is Natu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhamas?
- The pincode of Dhamas is 713124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhamas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhamas is 2,289, with 1,183 males and 1,106 females.
- How many households are there in Dhamas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhamas village has a total of 507 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhamas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhamas is 70.90%. The male literacy rate is 74.05%, while the female literacy rate is 67.54%.