Dama - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Dama is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Dama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dama is 508309. The village covers a total geographical area of 2069.07 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Dama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dama
As per Census 2011, Dama village has a total population of 4,029 people, consisting of 2,054 males and 1,975 females. The village has 705 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 644 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,402 literate and 1,627 illiterate residents. Additionally, 350 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 106 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,029 | 2,054 | 1,975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 644 | 355 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 179 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 2,402 | 1,412 | 990 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,627 | 642 | 985 |
Nearby Villages of Dama
Dama 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 Dama
Dama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dama has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Dama is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Dama is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dama
Where is Dama located?
Dama village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dama?
Dama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dama?
The pincode of Dama is 385535.
What is the population of Dama?
Dama has a total population of 4,029, including 2,054 males and 1,975 females.
How many households are there in Dama?
There are 705 households in Dama.
What is the literacy rate in Dama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dama is 59.62%. Male literacy is 68.74% and female literacy is 50.13%.