Damragayer Chhat - Matigara, Darjeeling
Damragayer Chhat is a village situated in the Matigara subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15 km from Kadamtala. Champasari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damragayer Chhat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damragayer Chhat is 306530. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.09 hectares and falls under the 734003 pincode. Siliguri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Damragayer Chhat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matigara-naxalbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Darjeeling Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Damragayer Chhat
Damragayer Chhat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jadubhitar Chhat | North-East | 0.88 km |
| Mahishmari | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Mahatram | South | 1.30 km |
| Mohorgon Tea Garden | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Nunu Bairagi | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Malahar | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Sisabari | East | 1.96 km |
| Purba Karai Barir Chhat | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Karaibari | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Kalabari | South-East | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Damragayer Chhat
Damragayer Chhat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pashwashraya, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siliguri to Damragayer Chhat is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damragayer Chhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damragayer Chhat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Damragayer Chhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damragayer Chhat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damragayer Chhat
Where is Damragayer Chhat located?
Damragayer Chhat village is located in Matigara Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damragayer Chhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Damragayer Chhat is Champasari.
What is the pincode of Damragayer Chhat?
The pincode of Damragayer Chhat is 734003.