Dampur
About Dampur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dampur village is 325212. Dampur village is located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.1km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 28.8km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Satithan is the gram panchayat of Dampur village.
The total geographical area of village is 80.76 hectares. Dampur has a total population of 946 peoples, out of which male population is 480 while female population is 466. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 970 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dampur village is 84.67% out of which 87.71% males and 81.55% females are literate. There are about 204 houses in dampur village.
When it comes to administration, Dampur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dampur village comes under Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Chunchura is nearest town to dampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Dampur
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 946 | 480 | 466 |
| Children (0-6) | 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 |
Connectivity of Dampur
| 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 Dampur
Frequently Asked Questions about Dampur
Where is Dampur located?
Dampur village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dampur is Satithan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dampur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dampur is 946, with 480 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Dampur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dampur village has a total of 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dampur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dampur is 84.67%. The male literacy rate is 87.71%, while the female literacy rate is 81.55%.