Damami - Belsand, Sitamarhi
Damami is a village situated in the Belsand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belsand and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Lohasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damami village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damami is 219416. The village covers a total geographical area of 378 hectares and falls under the 843316 pincode. Belsand is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Damami village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damami
As per Census 2011, Damami village has a total population of 3,068 people, consisting of 1,620 males and 1,448 females. The village has 673 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 661 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 801 literate and 2,267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 662 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damami are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,068 | 1,620 | 1,448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 661 | 326 | 335 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 662 | 356 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 801 | 542 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,267 | 1,078 | 1,189 |
Nearby Villages of Damami
Damami 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 Damami
Damami is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Damami.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Belsand to Damami is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Damami is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damami
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damami 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Damami
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damami 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 Damami
Where is Damami located?
Damami village is located in Belsand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damami?
The Gram Panchayat of Damami is Lohasi.
What is the pincode of Damami?
The pincode of Damami is 843316.
What is the population of Damami?
Damami has a total population of 3,068, including 1,620 males and 1,448 females.
How many households are there in Damami?
There are 673 households in Damami.
What is the literacy rate in Damami?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damami is 26.11%. Male literacy is 33.46% and female literacy is 17.89%.