Duma
Duma is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Duma unique in its vibrant Gaighata-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Duma’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Duma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Duma is 322734. The village spans a total geographical area of 319.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743245. Bongaon is nearest town to Duma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Duma
Population of Duma
According to the 2011 Census, Duma has a total population of about 2,976, with approximately 1,536 males and 1,440 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 337 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,866 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.74%, with male literacy at about 69.08% and female literacy near 58.06%. There are around 684 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Duma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,976 | 1,536 | 1,440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 187 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,866 | 943 | 923 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,897 | 1,061 | 836 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,079 | 475 | 604 |
Connectivity of Duma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Duma. As per the 2011 stats, Duma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Duma
Knowing the nearby villages of Duma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Duma.
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%.