Damorh - Kumarsain, Shimla
Damorh is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Shimla. Sihal-narkanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damorh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damorh is 023984. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.25 hectares and falls under the 172029 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Damorh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damorh
According to the 2011 Census, Damorh village had a total population of 227 people, including 109 males and 118 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.30%, with male literacy at 83.16% and female literacy at 77.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 227 | 109 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 79 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 30 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Damorh
Damorh 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 Damorh
Damorh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shimla to Damorh is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damorh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damorh 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Damorh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damorh 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 Damorh
Where is Damorh located?
Damorh village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damorh?
The Gram Panchayat of Damorh is Sihal-narkanda.
What is the pincode of Damorh?
The pincode of Damorh is 172029.
What is the population of Damorh?
Damorh had a total population of 227, including 109 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Damorh?
Damorh had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damorh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damorh was 80.30%. Male literacy was 83.16% and female literacy was 77.67%.