Dhamasin - Pandua, Hooghly
Dhamasin is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.6 km from Pandua and around 26.1 km from Chinsura. Beloondhamasin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhamasin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamasin is 324855. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.3376533 hectares and falls under the 712147 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dhamasin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhamasin
As per Census 2011, Dhamasin village has a total population of 1,293 people, consisting of 658 males and 635 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 828 literate and 465 illiterate residents. Additionally, 775 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhamasin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,293 | 658 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 775 | 381 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 58 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 828 | 458 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 200 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamasin
Dhamasin 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandaran | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Chandrahati | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Rudrashanda | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Panchpara | West | 1.20 km |
| Kalishanda | North | 1.60 km |
| Mulati | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Chhota Sarasa | South | 1.94 km |
| Daulatpur | North | 2.03 km |
| Rosna | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Sankpur | South-East | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhamasin
Dhamasin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khanyan, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansberia to Dhamasin is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Dhamasin is about 26.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhamasin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamasin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhamasin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamasin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhamasin
Where is Dhamasin located?
Dhamasin village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhamasin?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhamasin is Beloondhamasin.
What is the pincode of Dhamasin?
The pincode of Dhamasin is 712147.
What is the population of Dhamasin?
Dhamasin has a total population of 1,293, including 658 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Dhamasin?
There are 290 households in Dhamasin.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamasin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamasin is 64.04%. Male literacy is 69.60% and female literacy is 58.27%.