Damanpura - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Damanpura is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Damanpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damanpura is 518733. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.84 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Godhra is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Damanpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damanpura
According to the 2011 Census, Damanpura village had a total population of 923 people, including 476 males and 447 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.56%, with male literacy at 90.17% and female literacy at 57.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 923 | 476 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 69 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 589 | 367 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 109 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Damanpura
Damanpura 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 Damanpura
Damanpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Godhra to Damanpura is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Damanpura is about 30 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 Damanpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damanpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Damanpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damanpura 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Damanpura
Where is Damanpura located?
Damanpura village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damanpura?
Damanpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Damanpura?
The pincode of Damanpura is 389380.
What is the population of Damanpura?
Damanpura had a total population of 923, including 476 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Damanpura?
Damanpura had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damanpura was 74.56%. Male literacy was 90.17% and female literacy was 57.96%.