Dambari - Dhupguri, Jalpaiguri
Dambari is a village situated in the Dhupguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhupguri and around 39.4 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Barogharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dambari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dambari is 307481. The village covers a total geographical area of 470.44 hectares and falls under the 735210 pincode. Jalpaiguri is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Dambari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhupguri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalpaiguri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dambari
As per Census 2011, Dambari village has a total population of 2,408 people, consisting of 1,272 males and 1,136 females. The village has 529 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,492 literate and 916 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,048 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dambari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,408 | 1,272 | 1,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 149 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,048 | 1,083 | 965 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,492 | 854 | 638 |
| Illiterate Population | 916 | 418 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Dambari
Dambari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Dangapara | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Uttar Uchal Pukhari | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Bara Dhulia Khalisa | South | 2.51 km |
| Sarhati | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Purbba Uchal Pukhari | South | 2.67 km |
| Madhya Boragari | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Jalsua | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Patkidaha | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Bara Gharia | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Jnankata Adhikari | South | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dambari
Dambari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Khalaigram, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 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 Jalpaiguri to Dambari is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Dambari is about 39.4 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 Dambari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dambari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dambari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dambari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dambari
Where is Dambari located?
Dambari village is located in Dhupguri Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dambari?
The Gram Panchayat of Dambari is Barogharia.
What is the pincode of Dambari?
The pincode of Dambari is 735210.
What is the population of Dambari?
Dambari has a total population of 2,408, including 1,272 males and 1,136 females.
How many households are there in Dambari?
There are 529 households in Dambari.
What is the literacy rate in Dambari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dambari is 61.96%. Male literacy is 67.14% and female literacy is 56.16%.