Dama
About Dama
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dama village is 352454. Dama village is located in Bagodar subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. Giridih and Bagodar are the district & sub-district headquarters of Dama village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Aura is the gram panchayat of Dama village.
The total geographical area of village is 280 hectares. Dama has a total population of 6,142 peoples, out of which male population is 3,203 while female population is 2,939. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 917 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dama village is 21.02% out of which 26.66% males and 14.87% females are literate. There are about 1,035 houses in dama village. Pincode of dama village locality is 825106.
When it comes to administration, Dama village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dama village comes under Bagodar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency. Bagodar is nearest town to dama village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dama
The population details of Dama cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,142 | 3,203 | 2,939 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 428 | 231 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 725 | 371 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,291 | 854 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,203 | 448 | 755 |
Connectivity of Dama
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dama
Where is Dama located?
Dama village is situated in Bagodar Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dama?
The Gram Panchayat of Dama is Aura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dama?
The pincode of Dama is 825106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dama is 6,142, with 3,203 males and 2,939 females.
How many households are there in Dama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dama village has a total of 1,035 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dama is 21.02%. The male literacy rate is 26.66%, while the female literacy rate is 14.87%.