Dampur
Dampur is a village 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.
Dampur has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dampur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dampur is 325212. The village spans a total geographical area of 80.76 hectares. Chunchura is nearest town to Dampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dampur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dampur
Population of Dampur
Below is a concise population overview of Dampur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dampur village:
- The total population of Dampur village is around 946, including approximately 480 males and 466 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Dampur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dampur village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 19 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dampur village is about 84.67%, with male literacy at 87.71% and female literacy at 81.55%.
- There are around 204 households in Dampur village.
Connectivity of Dampur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dampur. As per the 2011 stats, Dampur 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 Dampur
Knowing the nearby villages of Dampur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around 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%.