Damrala - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Damrala is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Damrala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damrala is 516451. The village covers a total geographical area of 670.22 hectares and falls under the 364265 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Damrala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damrala
As per Census 2011, Damrala village has a total population of 1,885 people, consisting of 974 males and 911 females. The village has 374 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,159 literate and 726 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damrala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,885 | 974 | 911 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 134 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,159 | 675 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 726 | 299 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Damrala
Damrala 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 Damrala
Public transport in the Damrala is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Damrala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Damrala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Damrala is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damrala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damrala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Damrala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damrala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Damrala
Where is Damrala located?
Damrala village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damrala?
Damrala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Damrala?
The pincode of Damrala is 364265.
What is the population of Damrala?
Damrala has a total population of 1,885, including 974 males and 911 females.
How many households are there in Damrala?
There are 374 households in Damrala.
What is the literacy rate in Damrala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damrala is 61.49%. Male literacy is 69.30% and female literacy is 53.13%.