Damtehar - Baroh, Kangra
Damtehar is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Chandrot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damtehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damtehar is 010028. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.85 hectares and falls under the 176037 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Damtehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damtehar
According to the 2011 Census, Damtehar village had a total population of 306 people, including 130 males and 176 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,354 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.82%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 79.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 306 | 130 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 111 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 19 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Damtehar
Damtehar 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 Damtehar
Damtehar 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 Dharmsala to Damtehar is about 37 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 Damtehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damtehar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Damtehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damtehar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damtehar
Where is Damtehar located?
Damtehar village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damtehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Damtehar is Chandrot.
What is the pincode of Damtehar?
The pincode of Damtehar is 176037.
What is the population of Damtehar?
Damtehar had a total population of 306, including 130 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Damtehar?
Damtehar had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damtehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damtehar was 87.82%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 79.38%.