Namla
Namla is a village located in Darjeeling Pulbazar subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 50.1km away from sub-district headquarter Darjeeling. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Namla village. As per 2009 stats, Lodhoma I is the gram panchayat of Namla village.
Here you can discover what makes Namla unique in its vibrant Darjeeling Pulbazar-Darjiling region. You’ll see Namla’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Namla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Namla is 306147. The village spans a total geographical area of 230.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734316. Darjeeling is nearest town to Namla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.
Google Map of Namla
Population of Namla
According to the 2011 Census, Namla has a total population of about 2,989, with approximately 1,534 males and 1,455 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 310 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 96 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,603. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.20%, with male literacy at about 79.27% and female literacy near 64.74%. There are around 616 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Namla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,989 | 1,534 | 1,455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 151 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,603 | 816 | 787 |
| Literate Population | 2,158 | 1,216 | 942 |
| Illiterate Population | 831 | 318 | 513 |
Connectivity of Namla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Namla. As per the 2011 stats, Namla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Namla
Knowing the nearby villages of Namla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Namla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Namla
- Where is Namla located?
- Namla village is situated in Darjeeling Pulbazar Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Namla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Namla is Lodhoma I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Namla?
- The pincode of Namla is 734316, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Namla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Namla is 2,989, with 1,534 males and 1,455 females.
- How many households are there in Namla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Namla village has a total of 616 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Namla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Namla is 72.20%. The male literacy rate is 79.27%, while the female literacy rate is 64.74%.