Faridpur Domotha - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Faridpur Domotha is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Ashokegram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faridpur Domotha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridpur Domotha is 310708. The village covers a total geographical area of 538.36 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Faridpur Domotha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Faridpur Domotha
As per Census 2011, Faridpur Domotha village has a total population of 3,600 people, consisting of 1,889 males and 1,711 females. The village has 787 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 506 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,431 literate and 1,169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faridpur Domotha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,600 | 1,889 | 1,711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 506 | 269 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,109 | 572 | 537 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 42 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 2,431 | 1,322 | 1,109 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,169 | 567 | 602 |
Nearby Villages of Faridpur Domotha
Faridpur Domotha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purbba Shankarpur | South-East | 0.71 km |
| Chandura | South | 1.41 km |
| Shibkrishnapur | West | 1.82 km |
| Kamar Khair | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Hariharpur | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Purbba Bishnupur | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Narail | South | 2.57 km |
| Ratinathpur | West | 2.61 km |
| Kumargara | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Chalun | South-West | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Faridpur Domotha
Faridpur Domotha 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 22.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Faridpur Domotha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Faridpur Domotha is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Faridpur Domotha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faridpur Domotha 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 Faridpur Domotha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faridpur Domotha 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Faridpur Domotha
Where is Faridpur Domotha located?
Faridpur Domotha village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faridpur Domotha?
The Gram Panchayat of Faridpur Domotha is Ashokegram.
What is the pincode of Faridpur Domotha?
The pincode of Faridpur Domotha is 733124.
What is the population of Faridpur Domotha?
Faridpur Domotha has a total population of 3,600, including 1,889 males and 1,711 females.
How many households are there in Faridpur Domotha?
There are 787 households in Faridpur Domotha.
What is the literacy rate in Faridpur Domotha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridpur Domotha is 67.53%. Male literacy is 69.98% and female literacy is 64.82%.