Damodarpur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Damodarpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 54.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Basuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodarpur is 310581. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.58 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Damodarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damodarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Damodarpur village had a total population of 873 people, including 422 males and 451 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.81%, with male literacy at 57.73% and female literacy at 61.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 260.
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 | 873 | 422 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 60 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 131 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 209 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 213 | 218 |
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 in the Damodarpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Damodarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Damodarpur is about 54.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Damodarpur
Where is Damodarpur located?
Damodarpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur is Basuria.
What is the pincode of Damodarpur?
The pincode of Damodarpur is 733124.
What is the population of Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had a total population of 873, including 422 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damodarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damodarpur was 59.81%. Male literacy was 57.73% and female literacy was 61.80%.