Dhamja

Dhamja is a village located in Kaliaganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.1km away from sub-district headquarter Kaliaganj. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Dhamja village. As per 2009 stats, Bochadanga is the gram panchayat of Dhamja village.

Dhamja has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Dhamja

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhamja is 310048. The village spans a total geographical area of 130.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733132. Kaliaganj is nearest town to Dhamja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Dhamja

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,332 675 657
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 182 100 82
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,326 672 654
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 676 379 297
Illiterate Population 656 296 360

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

  • The total population of Dhamja village is around 1,332, including approximately 675 males and 657 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 182 children aged 0–6 years in Dhamja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhamja village has 1,326 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhamja village is about 50.75%, with male literacy at 56.15% and female literacy at 45.21%.
  • There are around 284 households in Dhamja village.

Connectivity of Dhamja

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhamja. As per the 2011 stats, Dhamja 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhamja

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

Dakshin Bhabanipur Dakshin Krishnapur Gogra Fatepur Chandail Khanpur Delwarpur Chandipur Bimalpara Kachna Mangaldaha

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhamja

Where is Dhamja located?
Dhamja village is situated in Kaliaganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhamja?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhamja is Bochadanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhamja?
The pincode of Dhamja is 733132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhamja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhamja is 1,332, with 675 males and 657 females.
How many households are there in Dhamja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhamja village has a total of 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhamja is 50.75%. The male literacy rate is 56.15%, while the female literacy rate is 45.21%.