Damankiari

Damankiari is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.1km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 34.4km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Simla Dhanara is the gram panchayat of Damankiari village.

Here you can discover what makes Damankiari unique in its vibrant Kashipur-Puruliya region. You’ll see Damankiari’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 Damankiari

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Damankiari is 330762. The village spans a total geographical area of 512.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723132. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Damankiari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

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Population of Damankiari

According to the 2011 Census, Damankiari has a total population of about 1,680, with approximately 825 males and 855 females. The sex ratio is around 1036 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 219 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 40 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,179. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.75%, with male literacy at about 70.06% and female literacy near 47.84%. There are around 339 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Damankiari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,680 825 855
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 219 110 109
Scheduled Castes (SC) 40 21 19
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,179 576 603
Literate Population 987 578 409
Illiterate Population 693 247 446

Connectivity of Damankiari

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Damankiari. As per the 2011 stats, Damankiari 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Damankiari

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Damankiari

Where is Damankiari located?

Damankiari village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Damankiari?

The Gram Panchayat of Damankiari is Simla Dhanara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the pincode of Damankiari?

The pincode of Damankiari is 723132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Damankiari as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Damankiari is 1,680, with 825 males and 855 females.

How many households are there in Damankiari as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Damankiari village has a total of 339 households.

What is the literacy rate in Damankiari as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Damankiari is 58.75%. The male literacy rate is 70.06%, while the female literacy rate is 47.84%.