Dammur - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Dammur is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Dammur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dammur is 450746. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.13 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dammur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dammur
As per Census 2011, Dammur village has a total population of 434 people, consisting of 223 males and 211 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 236 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dammur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 434 | 223 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 106 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 116 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 138 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 85 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Dammur
Dammur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Duglamguda | South-West | 0.98 km |
| Saknapalli | West | 1.10 km |
| Alampottiguda | South | 1.57 km |
| Bardali | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Redeepalli | North | 1.83 km |
| Bareguda | West | 2.10 km |
| Lingapur | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Kottaguda | West | 2.46 km |
| Petabogda | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Nalampalli | South | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dammur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dammur. The nearest railway station is Belampalli, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bhopalpattanam to Dammur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Dammur is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dammur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dammur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dammur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dammur 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 Dammur
Where is Dammur located?
Dammur village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dammur?
Dammur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dammur?
The pincode of Dammur is 494448.
What is the population of Dammur?
Dammur has a total population of 434, including 223 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Dammur?
There are 114 households in Dammur.
What is the literacy rate in Dammur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dammur is 52.76%. Male literacy is 61.88% and female literacy is 43.13%.