Damodarpur - Musahri, Muzaffarpur
Damodarpur is a village situated in the Musahri subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Musahri and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Bara Jagarnath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodarpur is 229426. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 842002 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Damodarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bochaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Muzaffarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damodarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Damodarpur village had a total population of 724 people, including 394 males and 330 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 838 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.84%, with male literacy at 79.54% and female literacy at 49.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 724 | 394 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 91 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 26 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 241 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 153 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Damodarpur
Damodarpur 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 Damodarpur
Damodarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Damodarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muzaffarpur to Damodarpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Damodarpur
Where is Damodarpur located?
Damodarpur village is located in Musahri Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur is Bara Jagarnath.
What is the pincode of Damodarpur?
The pincode of Damodarpur is 842002.
What is the population of Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had a total population of 724, including 394 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damodarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damodarpur was 65.84%. Male literacy was 79.54% and female literacy was 49.81%.