Damdama - Baramkela, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Damdama is a village situated in the Baramkela tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Baramkela and around 65 km from Raigarh. Vishnupali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damdama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damdama is 435786. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.8 hectares and falls under the 496551 pincode. Baramkela is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Damdama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damdama
According to the 2011 Census, Damdama village had a total population of 310 people, including 170 males and 140 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.78%, with male literacy at 78.23% and female literacy at 55.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 310 | 170 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 115 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 55 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Damdama
Damdama 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 Damdama
Damdama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baramkela to Damdama is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Damdama is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damdama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damdama 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 Damdama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damdama 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 Damdama
Where is Damdama located?
Damdama village is located in Baramkela Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damdama?
The Gram Panchayat of Damdama is Vishnupali.
What is the pincode of Damdama?
The pincode of Damdama is 496551.
What is the population of Damdama?
Damdama had a total population of 310, including 170 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Damdama?
Damdama had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damdama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damdama was 67.78%. Male literacy was 78.23% and female literacy was 55.28%.