Dharmmadanga - Kalna - I, Purba Bardhaman
Dharmmadanga is a village situated in the Kalna - I subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.7 km from Kalna. Hatkalna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharmmadanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharmmadanga is 320482. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.27 hectares and falls under the 713409 pincode. Kalna is the nearest town.
Dharmmadanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman Purba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharmmadanga
As per Census 2011, Dharmmadanga village has a total population of 3,620 people, consisting of 1,851 males and 1,769 females. The village has 818 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,520 literate and 1,100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,488 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharmmadanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,620 | 1,851 | 1,769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 173 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,488 | 1,291 | 1,197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 47 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 2,520 | 1,379 | 1,141 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,100 | 472 | 628 |
Nearby Villages of Dharmmadanga
Dharmmadanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mirpur | South-East | 0.63 km |
| Rangapara | North | 0.76 km |
| Koyaldanga | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Sadhpukharia | West | 1.50 km |
| Umarpur | South | 1.68 km |
| Rameswarpur (p) | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Digha | South | 2.02 km |
| Kadamba | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Rukashpur | West | 2.27 km |
| Madhuban (p) | South-East | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharmmadanga
Dharmmadanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baghnapara, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Dharmmadanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharmmadanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharmmadanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharmmadanga 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharmmadanga
Where is Dharmmadanga located?
Dharmmadanga village is located in Kalna - I Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharmmadanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharmmadanga is Hatkalna.
What is the pincode of Dharmmadanga?
The pincode of Dharmmadanga is 713409.
What is the population of Dharmmadanga?
Dharmmadanga has a total population of 3,620, including 1,851 males and 1,769 females.
How many households are there in Dharmmadanga?
There are 818 households in Dharmmadanga.
What is the literacy rate in Dharmmadanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharmmadanga is 69.61%. Male literacy is 74.50% and female literacy is 64.50%.