Duma
About Duma
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Duma village is 322734. Duma village is located in Gaighata subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.3km away from sub-district headquarter Gaighata (tehsildar office) and 47.8km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Duma village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 319.38 hectares. Duma has a total population of 2,976 peoples, out of which male population is 1,536 while female population is 1,440. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 937 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of duma village is 63.74% out of which 69.08% males and 58.06% females are literate. There are about 684 houses in duma village. Pincode of duma village locality is 743245.
Bongaon is nearest town to duma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Duma
The population details of Duma cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,976 | 1,536 | 1,440 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 337 | 187 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,866 | 943 | 923 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,897 | 1,061 | 836 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,079 | 475 | 604 |
Connectivity of Duma
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Duma
Where is Duma located?
Duma village is situated in Gaighata Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Duma?
Duma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Duma?
The pincode of Duma is 743245, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Duma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Duma is 2,976, with 1,536 males and 1,440 females.
How many households are there in Duma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Duma village has a total of 684 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Duma is 63.74%. The male literacy rate is 69.08%, while the female literacy rate is 58.06%.