Damodarpur - Goh, Aurangabad
Damodarpur is a village situated in the Goh subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Beraka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodarpur is 252892. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 824203 pincode. Rafiganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Damodarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damodarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Damodarpur village had a total population of 336 people, including 177 males and 159 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.97%, with male literacy at 79.86% and female literacy at 63.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 336 | 177 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 111 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 66 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Damodarpur
Damodarpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Asias | South-East | 0.78 km |
| Punaul | North-East | 0.99 km |
| Sarea | East | 1.37 km |
| Jajapur | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Goh | North | 1.63 km |
| Tikaura | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Ghanto | South | 2.01 km |
| Sohalpura | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Darha | East | 2.57 km |
| Kurmain | South-East | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Damodarpur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Damodarpur. The nearest railway station is Rafiganj, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rafiganj to Damodarpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Damodarpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damodarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damodarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Damodarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damodarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Damodarpur
Where is Damodarpur located?
Damodarpur village is located in Goh Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damodarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur is Beraka.
What is the pincode of Damodarpur?
The pincode of Damodarpur is 824203.
What is the population of Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had a total population of 336, including 177 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damodarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damodarpur was 71.97%. Male literacy was 79.86% and female literacy was 63.20%.