Damdimhat - Mal, Jalpaiguri
Damdimhat is a village situated in the Mal subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malbazar and around 55.9 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Damdim serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damdimhat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damdimhat is 306919. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.18 hectares and falls under the 735209 pincode. Mal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Damdimhat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damdimhat
As per Census 2011, Damdimhat village has a total population of 3,190 people, consisting of 1,625 males and 1,565 females. The village has 704 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,408 literate and 782 illiterate residents. Additionally, 461 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 299 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damdimhat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,190 | 1,625 | 1,565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 171 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 461 | 251 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 142 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 2,408 | 1,284 | 1,124 |
| Illiterate Population | 782 | 341 | 441 |
Nearby Villages of Damdimhat
Damdimhat 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 Damdimhat
Damdimhat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Damdimhat has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mal to Damdimhat is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Damdimhat is about 55.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damdimhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damdimhat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Damdimhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damdimhat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damdimhat
Where is Damdimhat located?
Damdimhat village is located in Mal Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damdimhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Damdimhat is Damdim.
What is the pincode of Damdimhat?
The pincode of Damdimhat is 735209.
What is the population of Damdimhat?
Damdimhat has a total population of 3,190, including 1,625 males and 1,565 females.
How many households are there in Damdimhat?
There are 704 households in Damdimhat.
What is the literacy rate in Damdimhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damdimhat is 75.49%. Male literacy is 79.02% and female literacy is 71.82%.