Damina - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Damina is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 45.6 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Jahangirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damina is 310655. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.51 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Damina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damina
As per Census 2011, Damina village has a total population of 526 people, consisting of 269 males and 257 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 317 literate and 209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 526 | 269 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 29 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 63 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 178 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 91 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Damina
Damina is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamalpur | South | 0.96 km |
| Minapara | West | 1.06 km |
| Sekhmina | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Shikarpur | North | 1.46 km |
| Ratanmala | West | 1.51 km |
| Shyampur | North | 1.53 km |
| Nitpur Prasadpur | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Chakrapanipur | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Atash | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Narai | South-East | 1.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Damina
Damina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malancha, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.3 km.
| 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 Gangarampur to Damina is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Damina is about 45.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Damina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damina 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Damina
Where is Damina located?
Damina village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damina?
The Gram Panchayat of Damina is Jahangirpur.
What is the pincode of Damina?
The pincode of Damina is 733124.
What is the population of Damina?
Damina has a total population of 526, including 269 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Damina?
There are 131 households in Damina.
What is the literacy rate in Damina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damina is 60.27%. Male literacy is 66.17% and female literacy is 54.09%.