Damodar Chak - Khejuri - II, Purba Medinipur
Damodar Chak is a village situated in the Khejuri - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Janka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodar Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodar Chak is 346003. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.52 hectares and falls under the 721431 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Damodar Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damodar Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Damodar Chak village had a total population of 577 people, including 293 males and 284 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.80%, with male literacy at 87.21% and female literacy at 76.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 452.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 577 | 293 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 452 | 226 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 225 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 68 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Damodar Chak
Damodar Chak is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Damodar Chak
Damodar Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Damodar Chak is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damodar Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damodar Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Damodar Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damodar Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Damodar Chak
Where is Damodar Chak located?
Damodar Chak village is located in Khejuri - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damodar Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodar Chak is Janka.
What is the pincode of Damodar Chak?
The pincode of Damodar Chak is 721431.
What is the population of Damodar Chak?
Damodar Chak had a total population of 577, including 293 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Damodar Chak?
Damodar Chak had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damodar Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damodar Chak was 81.80%. Male literacy was 87.21% and female literacy was 76.28%.