Damodarpur - Rajauli, Nawada
Damodarpur is a village situated in the Rajauli subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajauli and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Lengura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodarpur is 258450. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 805125 pincode. Rajauli is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Damodarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Damodarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Damodarpur village had a total population of 644 people, including 302 males and 342 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,132 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.15%, with male literacy at 50.87% and female literacy at 27.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 289, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 644 | 302 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 72 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 137 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 117 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 185 | 275 |
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
Public transport in the Damodarpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajauli to Damodarpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nawada to Damodarpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damodarpur
Where is Damodarpur located?
Damodarpur village is located in Rajauli Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur is Lengura.
What is the pincode of Damodarpur?
The pincode of Damodarpur is 805125.
What is the population of Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had a total population of 644, including 302 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damodarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damodarpur was 39.15%. Male literacy was 50.87% and female literacy was 27.92%.