Dumki

Dumki is a village located in Canning I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.2km away from sub-district headquarter Canning (tehsildar office) and 53.6km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Nikarighata is the gram panchayat of Dumki village.

Here you can discover what makes Dumki unique in its vibrant Canning I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Dumki’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 Dumki

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dumki is 333789. The village spans a total geographical area of 245.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743329. Canning is nearest town to Dumki village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Dumki

According to the 2011 Census, Dumki has a total population of about 3,309, with approximately 1,719 males and 1,590 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 499 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,059 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 226. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.44%, with male literacy at about 70.22% and female literacy near 51.95%. There are around 654 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dumki's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,309 1,719 1,590
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 499 265 234
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,059 1,083 976
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 226 116 110
Literate Population 2,033 1,207 826
Illiterate Population 1,276 512 764

Connectivity of Dumki

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dumki. As per the 2011 stats, Dumki 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dumki

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dumki

Where is Dumki located?
Dumki village is situated in Canning I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumki?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumki is Nikarighata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dumki?
The pincode of Dumki is 743329, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dumki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dumki is 3,309, with 1,719 males and 1,590 females.
How many households are there in Dumki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dumki village has a total of 654 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dumki as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dumki is 61.44%. The male literacy rate is 70.22%, while the female literacy rate is 51.95%.