Damau Kunda - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Damau Kunda is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Manikpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damau Kunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damau Kunda is 435980. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.06 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Damau Kunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damau Kunda
According to the 2011 Census, Damau Kunda village had a total population of 580 people, including 286 males and 294 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.18%, with male literacy at 71.72% and female literacy at 56.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 429.
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 | 580 | 286 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 42 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 429 | 225 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 175 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 111 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Damau Kunda
Damau Kunda 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 Damau Kunda
Damau Kunda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Katghora to Damau Kunda is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Damau Kunda is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damau Kunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damau Kunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Damau Kunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damau Kunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Damau Kunda
Where is Damau Kunda located?
Damau Kunda village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damau Kunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Damau Kunda is Manikpur.
What is the pincode of Damau Kunda?
The pincode of Damau Kunda is 495448.
What is the population of Damau Kunda?
Damau Kunda had a total population of 580, including 286 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Damau Kunda?
Damau Kunda had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damau Kunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damau Kunda was 64.18%. Male literacy was 71.72% and female literacy was 56.49%.