Damdama - Sarath, Deoghar
Damdama is a village situated in the Sarath subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarath and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Devghar. Dumdumi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damdama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damdama is 355274. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.35 hectares and falls under the 814149 pincode. Jamtara is the nearest town.
Damdama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damdama
According to the 2011 Census, Damdama village had a total population of 47 people, including 22 males and 25 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,136 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.29%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 52.17%.
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 | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 6 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Damdama
Damdama 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 Damdama
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Damdama. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Damdama.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Devghar to Damdama is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damdama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damdama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Damdama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damdama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Damdama
Where is Damdama located?
Damdama village is located in Sarath Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damdama?
The Gram Panchayat of Damdama is Dumdumi.
What is the pincode of Damdama?
The pincode of Damdama is 814149.
What is the population of Damdama?
Damdama had a total population of 47, including 22 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Damdama?
Damdama had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damdama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damdama was 68.29%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 52.17%.