Damasa - Una, Gir Somnath
Damasa is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from Una and around 170 km from Junagadh. Damasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damasa is 515313. The village covers a total geographical area of 565.29 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Damasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damasa
As per Census 2011, Damasa village has a total population of 1,488 people, consisting of 736 males and 752 females. The village has 289 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 730 literate and 758 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,488 | 736 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 135 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 730 | 415 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 758 | 321 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Damasa
Damasa 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 Damasa
Damasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Damasa.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Damasa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Damasa is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Damasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damasa
Where is Damasa located?
Damasa village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damasa?
Damasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Damasa?
The pincode of Damasa is 362560.
What is the population of Damasa?
Damasa has a total population of 1,488, including 736 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Damasa?
There are 289 households in Damasa.
What is the literacy rate in Damasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damasa is 49.06%. Male literacy is 56.39% and female literacy is 41.89%.