Damu

Damu is a village located in Basopatti subdivision of Madhubani district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Basopatti (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Madhubani. As per 2009 stats, Damu village is also a gram panchayat.

Damu has its own place in the vibrant Madhubani 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 Damu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Damu is 219919. The village spans a total geographical area of 660.4 hectares. Jainagar is nearest town to Damu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Damu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 9,065 4,799 4,266
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,555 805 750
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,173 616 557
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 4,277 2,691 1,586
Illiterate Population 4,788 2,108 2,680

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

  • The total population of Damu village is around 9,065, including approximately 4,799 males and 4,266 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,555 children aged 0–6 years in Damu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Damu village has 1,173 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Damu village is about 47.18%, with male literacy at 56.07% and female literacy at 37.18%.
  • There are around 1,676 households in Damu village.

Connectivity of Damu

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

Nearby Villages of Damu

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

Narkatia Marhia Pachratan Hathapur Basopatti Chanan Kasera Siriapur Patauna Phent Manmohan

Frequently Asked Questions about Damu

Where is Damu located?
Damu village is situated in Basopatti Subdivision, within the Madhubani district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damu?
Damu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Damu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Damu is 9,065, with 4,799 males and 4,266 females.
How many households are there in Damu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Damu village has a total of 1,676 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Damu is 47.18%. The male literacy rate is 56.07%, while the female literacy rate is 37.18%.