Damawaram - Usur, Bijapur
Damawaram is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Dharmaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damawaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damawaram is 450948. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.865 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 188 km away.
Damawaram 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 Damawaram
According to the 2011 Census, Damawaram village had a total population of 191 people, including 102 males and 89 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.73%, with male literacy at 47.89% and female literacy at 35.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 191.
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 | 191 | 102 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 102 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 68 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Damawaram
Damawaram 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 Damawaram
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Damawaram.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdalpur to Damawaram is about 188 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Damawaram is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damawaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damawaram 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Damawaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damawaram 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 Damawaram
Where is Damawaram located?
Damawaram village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damawaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Damawaram is Dharmaram.
What is the pincode of Damawaram?
The pincode of Damawaram is 494448.
What is the population of Damawaram?
Damawaram had a total population of 191, including 102 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Damawaram?
Damawaram had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damawaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damawaram was 41.73%. Male literacy was 47.89% and female literacy was 35.29%.