Damkasa
Damkasa is a village located in Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Durgkondal (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Damkasa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Damkasa unique in its vibrant Durgkondal-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Damkasa’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 Damkasa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Damkasa is 447653. The village spans a total geographical area of 420.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494337. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Damkasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
When it comes to local governance, Damkasa 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 Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Damkasa
Population of Damkasa
According to the 2011 Census, Damkasa has a total population of about 599, with approximately 349 males and 250 females. The sex ratio is around 716 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 68 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 23 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 442. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.45%, with male literacy at about 81.66% and female literacy near 54.80%. There are around 108 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Damkasa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 599 | 349 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 442 | 227 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 285 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 64 | 113 |
Connectivity of Damkasa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Damkasa. As per the 2011 stats, Damkasa 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Damkasa
Knowing the nearby villages of Damkasa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Damkasa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Damkasa
- Where is Damkasa located?
- Damkasa village is situated in Durgkondal Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Damkasa?
- Damkasa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Damkasa?
- The pincode of Damkasa is 494337, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Damkasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Damkasa is 599, with 349 males and 250 females.
- How many households are there in Damkasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Damkasa village has a total of 108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Damkasa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Damkasa is 70.45%. The male literacy rate is 81.66%, while the female literacy rate is 54.80%.