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
As per Census 2011, Damdama village has a total population of 310 people, consisting of 170 males and 140 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 823 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damdama are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 310, including 170 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Damdama?
There are 81 households in Damdama.
What is the literacy rate in Damdama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damdama is 59.03%. Male literacy is 67.65% and female literacy is 48.57%.