Damodarpur - Shyampur - II, Howrah
Damodarpur is a village situated in the Shyampur - II subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.8 km from Shyampur and around 49.1 km from Howrah. Nakol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodarpur is 333191. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.77 hectares and falls under the 711312 pincode. Khalor is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Damodarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shyampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damodarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Damodarpur village had a total population of 2,516 people, including 1,296 males and 1,220 females, living in 463 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.76%, with male literacy at 80.61% and female literacy at 72.57%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,516 | 1,296 | 1,220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 177 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,648 | 902 | 746 |
| Illiterate Population | 868 | 394 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Damodarpur
Damodarpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Damodarpur
Damodarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Damodarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khalor to Damodarpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Damodarpur is about 49.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damodarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damodarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Damodarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damodarpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damodarpur
Where is Damodarpur located?
Damodarpur village is located in Shyampur - II Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur is Nakol.
What is the pincode of Damodarpur?
The pincode of Damodarpur is 711312.
What is the population of Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had a total population of 2,516, including 1,296 males and 1,220 females.
How many households are there in Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had 463 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damodarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damodarpur was 76.76%. Male literacy was 80.61% and female literacy was 72.57%.