Damras - Darlaghat, Solan
Damras is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Parnu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damras village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damras is 020354. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Damras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damras
According to the 2011 Census, Damras village had a total population of 463 people, including 242 males and 221 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.48%, with male literacy at 87.20% and female literacy at 73.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 463 | 242 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 31 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 184 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 58 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Damras
Damras 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 Damras
Damras is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Solan to Damras is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damras 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Damras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damras 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Damras
Where is Damras located?
Damras village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damras?
The Gram Panchayat of Damras is Parnu.
What is the pincode of Damras?
The pincode of Damras is 171102.
What is the population of Damras?
Damras had a total population of 463, including 242 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Damras?
Damras had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damras was 80.48%. Male literacy was 87.20% and female literacy was 73.68%.