Baman Dhura Forest - Kurseong, Darjeeling
Baman Dhura Forest is a village situated in the Kurseong subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.4 km from Kurseong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baman Dhura Forest is 306462. The village falls under the 734224 pincode.
Baman Dhura Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Baman Dhura Forest
As per Census 2011, Baman Dhura Forest village has a total population of 274 people, consisting of 130 males and 144 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 221 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baman Dhura Forest are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 274 | 130 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 64 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 113 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 17 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Baman Dhura Forest
Baman Dhura Forest 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Edenvale Tea Garden | West | 1.43 km |
| Chaita Pani Tea Garden | South | 1.49 km |
| Maharani Tea Garden | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Majua Tea Garden | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Goethals | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Sepoy Dhora(d.r.)tea Garden | West | 2.35 km |
| Mahal Diram Forest | East | 2.59 km |
| Dayal Thong(d.r.)tea Garden | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Kharia Busty | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Bara Shibkhola Forest | South | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baman Dhura Forest
Baman Dhura Forest is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tung, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Baman Dhura Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baman Dhura Forest village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baman Dhura Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baman Dhura Forest 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Baman Dhura Forest
Where is Baman Dhura Forest located?
Baman Dhura Forest village is located in Kurseong Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Baman Dhura Forest?
The pincode of Baman Dhura Forest is 734224.
What is the population of Baman Dhura Forest?
Baman Dhura Forest has a total population of 274, including 130 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Baman Dhura Forest?
There are 65 households in Baman Dhura Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Baman Dhura Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baman Dhura Forest is 80.66%. Male literacy is 86.92% and female literacy is 75.00%.