Damara - Gossaigaon (Pt), Kokrajhar
Damara is a village situated in the Gossaigaon (Pt) subdivision of Kokrajhar district, Assam. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gossaigaon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kokrajhar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damara is 279725. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.9 hectares and falls under the 783361 pincode. Gossaigaon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Damara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Gossaigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damara
According to the 2011 Census, Damara village had a total population of 1,361 people, including 711 males and 650 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.36%, with male literacy at 65.83% and female literacy at 54.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105.
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 | 1,361 | 711 | 650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 111 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 395 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 316 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Damara
Damara 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 Damara
Damara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gossaigaon to Damara is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kokrajhar to Damara is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Damara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Damara
Where is Damara located?
Damara village is located in Gossaigaon (Pt) Subdivision, Kokrajhar district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Damara?
The pincode of Damara is 783361.
What is the population of Damara?
Damara had a total population of 1,361, including 711 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Damara?
Damara had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damara was 60.36%. Male literacy was 65.83% and female literacy was 54.48%.