Dhamua

Dhamua is a village located in Murshidabad Jiaganj subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.8km away from sub-district headquarter Murshidabad (tehsildar office) and 21.8km away from district headquarter Berhampore. As per 2009 stats, Dahapara is the gram panchayat of Dhamua village.

Dhamua has its own place in the vibrant Murshidabad 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 Dhamua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhamua is 314808. The village spans a total geographical area of 151.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742113. Lalbagh is nearest town to Dhamua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Dhamua

Below is a concise population overview of Dhamua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,049 543 506
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 112 63 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 402 201 201
Literate Population 700 402 298
Illiterate Population 349 141 208

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhamua village:

  • The total population of Dhamua village is around 1,049, including approximately 543 males and 506 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 112 children aged 0–6 years in Dhamua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhamua village has 402 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhamua village is about 66.73%, with male literacy at 74.03% and female literacy at 58.89%.
  • There are around 249 households in Dhamua village.

Connectivity of Dhamua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhamua. As per the 2011 stats, Dhamua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhamua

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhamua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhamua.

Haidarpur Gerddahabeli Dahapara Farrabag Rosnaiganj Raitanbag Elahiganj

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhamua

Where is Dhamua located?
Dhamua village is situated in Murshidabad Jiaganj Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhamua?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhamua is Dahapara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhamua?
The pincode of Dhamua is 742113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhamua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhamua is 1,049, with 543 males and 506 females.
How many households are there in Dhamua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhamua village has a total of 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhamua is 66.73%. The male literacy rate is 74.03%, while the female literacy rate is 58.89%.