Damapura - Sinor, Vadodara
Damapura is a village situated in the Sinor taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinor and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Damapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damapura is 521243. The village covers a total geographical area of 454.08 hectares and falls under the 391115 pincode. Dabhoi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Damapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damapura
According to the 2011 Census, Damapura village had a total population of 692 people, including 362 males and 330 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.76%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 65.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 275.
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 | 692 | 362 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 148 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 275 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 87 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Damapura
Damapura 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 Damapura
Damapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dabhoi to Damapura is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Damapura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Damapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Damapura
Where is Damapura located?
Damapura village is located in Sinor Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damapura?
Damapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Damapura?
The pincode of Damapura is 391115.
What is the population of Damapura?
Damapura had a total population of 692, including 362 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Damapura?
Damapura had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damapura was 74.76%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 65.33%.