Damkal - Mathurapur - II, South 24 Parganas
Damkal is a village situated in the Mathurapur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.6 km from Baribhanga Abad and around 85.5 km from Alipore. Nagendrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damkal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damkal is 335189. The village covers a total geographical area of 778.2 hectares and falls under the 743383 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Damkal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damkal
As per Census 2011, Damkal village has a total population of 5,936 people, consisting of 3,099 males and 2,837 females. The village has 1,245 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 736 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,990 literate and 1,946 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,690 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damkal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,936 | 3,099 | 2,837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 736 | 372 | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,690 | 1,408 | 1,282 |
| Literate Population | 3,990 | 2,297 | 1,693 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,946 | 802 | 1,144 |
Nearby Villages of Damkal
Damkal 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 Damkal
Damkal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Joynagar to Damkal is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Damkal is about 85.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damkal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damkal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Damkal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damkal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Damkal
Where is Damkal located?
Damkal village is located in Mathurapur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Damkal is Nagendrapur.
What is the pincode of Damkal?
The pincode of Damkal is 743383.
What is the population of Damkal?
Damkal has a total population of 5,936, including 3,099 males and 2,837 females.
How many households are there in Damkal?
There are 1,245 households in Damkal.
What is the literacy rate in Damkal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damkal is 67.22%. Male literacy is 74.12% and female literacy is 59.68%.