Damehra - Bharari, Bilaspur
Damehra is a village situated in the Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Lehri Sarail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damehra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damehra is 019173. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.07 hectares and falls under the 174027 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Damehra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damehra
According to the 2011 Census, Damehra village had a total population of 178 people, including 92 males and 86 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.91%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 80.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
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 | 178 | 92 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 72 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 20 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Damehra
Damehra 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 Damehra
Damehra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Damehra is about 38 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 Damehra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damehra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Damehra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damehra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damehra
Where is Damehra located?
Damehra village is located in Bharari Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damehra?
The Gram Panchayat of Damehra is Lehri Sarail.
What is the pincode of Damehra?
The pincode of Damehra is 174027.
What is the population of Damehra?
Damehra had a total population of 178, including 92 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Damehra?
Damehra had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damehra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damehra was 84.91%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 80.77%.