Dampaya
Dampaya is a village located in Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Bhopalpattanam (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Dampaya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dampaya unique in its vibrant Bhopalpattnam-Bijapur region. You’ll see Dampaya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dampaya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dampaya is 450817. The village spans a total geographical area of 1463.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494448. Bhopalpattanam is nearest town to Dampaya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dampaya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dampaya
Population of Dampaya
According to the 2011 Census, Dampaya has a total population of about 639, with approximately 299 males and 340 females. The sex ratio is around 1137 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 521. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.90%, with male literacy at about 70.90% and female literacy near 46.47%. There are around 143 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dampaya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 639 | 299 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 50 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 521 | 243 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 212 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 87 | 182 |
Connectivity of Dampaya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dampaya. As per the 2011 stats, Dampaya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dampaya
Knowing the nearby villages of Dampaya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dampaya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dampaya
- Where is Dampaya located?
- Dampaya village is situated in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, within the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dampaya?
- Dampaya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dampaya?
- The pincode of Dampaya is 494448, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dampaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dampaya is 639, with 299 males and 340 females.
- How many households are there in Dampaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dampaya village has a total of 143 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dampaya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dampaya is 57.90%. The male literacy rate is 70.90%, while the female literacy rate is 46.47%.