Damodarpur - Sonepur, Saran
Damodarpur is a village situated in the Sonepur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonepur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Kalyan Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodarpur is 234521. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 841101 pincode. Sonepur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Damodarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damodarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Damodarpur village had a total population of 1,413 people, including 759 males and 654 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.82%, with male literacy at 95.18% and female literacy at 81.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 1,413 | 759 | 654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 136 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 593 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 166 | 198 |
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 facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Damodarpur. The nearest railway station is located within >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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonepur to Damodarpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Damodarpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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) | 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 Damodarpur
Where is Damodarpur located?
Damodarpur village is located in Sonepur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damodarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur is Kalyan Pur.
What is the pincode of Damodarpur?
The pincode of Damodarpur is 841101.
What is the population of Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had a total population of 1,413, including 759 males and 654 females.
How many households are there in Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damodarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damodarpur was 88.82%. Male literacy was 95.18% and female literacy was 81.72%.