Datam - Ramchandrapur, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Datam is a village situated in the Ramchandrapur tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from Ramanujganj and around 155 km from Ambikapur. Baharchura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Datam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Datam is 431880. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.1 hectares and falls under the 497220 pincode. Ramanujganj is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Datam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Datam
According to the 2011 Census, Datam village had a total population of 371 people, including 181 males and 190 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.18%, with male literacy at 72.73% and female literacy at 46.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 363.
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 | 371 | 181 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 363 | 177 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 112 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 69 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Datam
Datam 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 Datam
Public transport in the Datam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Datam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ramanujganj to Datam is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Datam is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Datam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Datam 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Datam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Datam 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 Datam
Where is Datam located?
Datam village is located in Ramchandrapur Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Datam?
The Gram Panchayat of Datam is Baharchura.
What is the pincode of Datam?
The pincode of Datam is 497220.
What is the population of Datam?
Datam had a total population of 371, including 181 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Datam?
Datam had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Datam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Datam was 59.18%. Male literacy was 72.73% and female literacy was 46.30%.