Dampur - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Dampur is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.1 km from Polba and around 28.8 km from Chinsura. Satithan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dampur is 325212. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.76 hectares and falls under the 712149 pincode. Chunchura is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dampur
As per Census 2011, Dampur village has a total population of 946 people, consisting of 480 males and 466 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 801 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 946 | 480 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 801 | 421 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 59 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Dampur
Dampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haur | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Amra | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Kunchpala | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Nagpal | South | 1.55 km |
| Durgadaspur | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Nabagram | South | 1.89 km |
| Dwarbasini | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Purbasikta | South | 2.07 km |
| Hamidpur | West | 2.10 km |
| Jagannathpur | South | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dampur
Dampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhaniakhali, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chunchura to Dampur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Dampur is about 28.8 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 Dampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dampur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dampur
Where is Dampur located?
Dampur village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dampur is Satithan.
What is the pincode of Dampur?
The pincode of Dampur is 712149.
What is the population of Dampur?
Dampur has a total population of 946, including 480 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Dampur?
There are 204 households in Dampur.
What is the literacy rate in Dampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dampur is 84.67%. Male literacy is 87.71% and female literacy is 81.55%.