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
According to the 2011 Census, Damkal village had a total population of 5,936 people, including 3,099 males and 2,837 females, living in 1,245 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.73%, with male literacy at 84.23% and female literacy at 68.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,690.
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 | 5,936 | 3,099 | 2,837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 736 | 372 | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,690 | 1,408 | 1,282 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 5,936, including 3,099 males and 2,837 females.
How many households are there in Damkal?
Damkal had 1,245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damkal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damkal was 76.73%. Male literacy was 84.23% and female literacy was 68.46%.