Damsol - Binpur - II, Jhargram
Damsol is a village situated in the Binpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 32.9 km from Lalgarh. Harda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damsol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damsol is 335863. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.74 hectares and falls under the 721501 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Damsol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damsol
According to the 2011 Census, Damsol village had a total population of 492 people, including 260 males and 232 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.77%, with male literacy at 84.39% and female literacy at 68.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 179.
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 | 492 | 260 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 93 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 200 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 60 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Damsol
Damsol 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 Damsol
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Damsol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Damsol is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damsol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damsol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Damsol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damsol 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 Damsol
Where is Damsol located?
Damsol village is located in Binpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damsol?
The Gram Panchayat of Damsol is Harda.
What is the pincode of Damsol?
The pincode of Damsol is 721501.
What is the population of Damsol?
Damsol had a total population of 492, including 260 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Damsol?
Damsol had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damsol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damsol was 76.77%. Male literacy was 84.39% and female literacy was 68.37%.