Bara Damodarpur - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Bara Damodarpur is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 82.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Maligaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Damodarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Damodarpur is 310487. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.62 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliagong is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bara Damodarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bara Damodarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bara Damodarpur village had a total population of 1,067 people, including 519 males and 548 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 78.89% and female literacy at 76.75%.
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 | 1,067 | 519 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 355 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 164 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Damodarpur
Bara Damodarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakshmijal | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Osmanpara | West | 1.13 km |
| Pukurpar Raypur | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Dopitha | West | 1.19 km |
| Chhota Damodarpur | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Alampur | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Jot Jagannath | South | 1.34 km |
| Serpur | North | 1.41 km |
| Mahipaldighi | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Rampur | North-West | 1.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bara Damodarpur
Bara Damodarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kaliagong to Bara Damodarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Bara Damodarpur is about 82.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara Damodarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Damodarpur 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 Bara 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 Bara 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 Bara Damodarpur
Where is Bara Damodarpur located?
Bara Damodarpur village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bara Damodarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Damodarpur is Maligaon.
What is the pincode of Bara Damodarpur?
The pincode of Bara Damodarpur is 733132.
What is the population of Bara Damodarpur?
Bara Damodarpur had a total population of 1,067, including 519 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Bara Damodarpur?
Bara Damodarpur had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Damodarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Damodarpur was 77.78%. Male literacy was 78.89% and female literacy was 76.75%.