Domkal - Domkal, Murshidabad
Domkal is a village situated in the Domkal subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Domkal is 314695. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.64 hectares and falls under the 742303 pincode. Domkal is the nearest town.
Domkal is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Domkal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Murshidabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Domkal
As per Census 2011, Domkal village has a total population of 3,914 people, consisting of 2,008 males and 1,906 females. The village has 926 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 420 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,460 literate and 1,454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Domkal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,914 | 2,008 | 1,906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 210 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,460 | 1,321 | 1,139 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,454 | 687 | 767 |
Nearby Villages of Domkal
Domkal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakshminathpur | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Ramna Etbarnagar Basantapur | South | 1.43 km |
| Azimganjagola | East | 1.78 km |
| Jayrampur | East | 2.34 km |
| Sambhu Nagar | North | 2.84 km |
| Masimpur | West | 2.95 km |
| Manik Nagar | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Bagharpur Ramna | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Batkamari | South | 3.20 km |
| Bhatsala | South-East | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Domkal
The nearest railway station is Murshidabad, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Domkal
Where is Domkal located?
Domkal village is located in Domkal Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Domkal?
The pincode of Domkal is 742303.
What is the population of Domkal?
Domkal has a total population of 3,914, including 2,008 males and 1,906 females.
How many households are there in Domkal?
There are 926 households in Domkal.
What is the literacy rate in Domkal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Domkal is 62.85%. Male literacy is 65.79% and female literacy is 59.76%.