Chhota Damodarpur - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Chhota Damodarpur is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 83.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Maligaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Damodarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Damodarpur is 310486. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.28 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliagong is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chhota Damodarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhota Damodarpur
As per Census 2011, Chhota Damodarpur village has a total population of 922 people, consisting of 460 males and 462 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 566 literate and 356 illiterate residents. Additionally, 280 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhota Damodarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 922 | 460 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 146 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 566 | 305 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 155 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Damodarpur
Chhota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Osmanpara | North-West | 0.70 km |
| Jot Jagannath | East | 0.99 km |
| Rasulpur | West | 1.01 km |
| Bara Damodarpur | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Dopitha | North | 1.32 km |
| Bhingaldaha | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Jadabpur | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Mangalpur | West | 1.85 km |
| Lakshmijal | North | 1.96 km |
| Ekdala | South | 1.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhota Damodarpur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Chhota Damodarpur. 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 | 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 Kaliagong to Chhota Damodarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Chhota Damodarpur is about 83.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhota Damodarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Damodarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chhota 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 Chhota 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhota Damodarpur
Where is Chhota Damodarpur located?
Chhota Damodarpur village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Damodarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Damodarpur is Maligaon.
What is the pincode of Chhota Damodarpur?
The pincode of Chhota Damodarpur is 733132.
What is the population of Chhota Damodarpur?
Chhota Damodarpur has a total population of 922, including 460 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Damodarpur?
There are 233 households in Chhota Damodarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Damodarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Damodarpur is 61.39%. Male literacy is 66.30% and female literacy is 56.49%.