Damkal

Damkal is a village located in Mathurapur Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.6km away from sub-district headquarter Baribhanga Abad (tehsildar office) and 85.5km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Nagendrapur is the gram panchayat of Damkal village.

Damkal has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Damkal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Damkal is 335189. The village spans a total geographical area of 778.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743383. Joynagar is nearest town to Damkal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.

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Population of Damkal

Below is a concise population overview of Damkal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,990 2,297 1,693
Illiterate Population 1,946 802 1,144

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Damkal village:

  • The total population of Damkal village is around 5,936, including approximately 3,099 males and 2,837 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 736 children aged 0–6 years in Damkal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Damkal village has 2,690 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Damkal village is about 67.22%, with male literacy at 74.12% and female literacy at 59.68%.
  • There are around 1,245 households in Damkal village.

Connectivity of Damkal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Damkal. As per the 2011 stats, Damkal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Damkal

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

Pashchim Jatardeul Purbba Jatardeul Baradanagar Purbba Shridharpur Nagendrapur Jagannath Chak Madhusudan Chak Narendrapur Naranpur Dakshin Jaykrishnapur Nandakumarpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Damkal

Where is Damkal located?
Damkal village is situated in Mathurapur Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Damkal is Nagendrapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Damkal?
The pincode of Damkal is 743383, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Damkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Damkal is 5,936, with 3,099 males and 2,837 females.
How many households are there in Damkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Damkal village has a total of 1,245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damkal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Damkal is 67.22%. The male literacy rate is 74.12%, while the female literacy rate is 59.68%.