Damodarpur - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Damodarpur is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.4 km from Pundibari and around 19.1 km from Cooch Behar. Takagachh-rajarhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodarpur is 308324. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.45 hectares and falls under the 736133 pincode. Kochbihar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Damodarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Damodarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Damodarpur village had a total population of 481 people, including 255 males and 226 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.84%, with male literacy at 66.35% and female literacy at 50.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 481 | 255 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 140 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 115 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Damodarpur
Damodarpur 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 Damodarpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Damodarpur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Damodarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochbihar to Damodarpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Damodarpur is about 19.1 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damodarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damodarpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Damodarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damodarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Damodarpur
Where is Damodarpur located?
Damodarpur village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur is Takagachh-rajarhat.
What is the pincode of Damodarpur?
The pincode of Damodarpur is 736133.
What is the population of Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had a total population of 481, including 255 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damodarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damodarpur was 58.84%. Male literacy was 66.35% and female literacy was 50.27%.