Domjur

Domjur is a census town in Domjur (community development block) in Sadar subdivision of Howrah district in the Indian state of West Bengal.GeographyDomjur is located at. It has an average elevation of 11 metres (36 feet).DemographicsAs per 2011 Census of India Domjur had a total population of 18,433 of which 9,040 (49%) were males and 9,393 (51%) were females. Population below 6 years was 1,725. The total number of literates in Domjur was 14,396 (86.16% of the population over 6 years).Domjur was part of Kolkata Urban Agglomeration in 2011 census.India census, Domjur had a population of 16,822. Males constitute 50% of the population and females 50%. Domjur has an average literacy rate of 69%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 73% and, female literacy is 65%. In Domjur, 10% of the population is under 6 years of age.Sastitala is the most biggest area of Domjur. Domjur has a large number of population belonging to Schedule Caste group. Hindus form about the two-thirds of the population, whereas Muslims make up about one-third.Culture and FestivalsSimilar to the rest of Bengal, Durga Puja, Kali Puja, Eid al-Fitr and Christmas are the major festivals celebrated here.Peace and Tranquillity can be seen everywhere in this town.