Dama - Bagodar, Giridih
Dama is a village situated in the Bagodar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. Aura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dama is 352454. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 825322 pincode.
Dama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dama
As per Census 2011, Dama village has a total population of 6,142 people, consisting of 3,203 males and 2,939 females. The village has 1,035 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 428 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,291 literate and 1,203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 725 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,142 | 3,203 | 2,939 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 428 | 231 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 725 | 371 | 354 |
| Literate Population | 1,291 | 854 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,203 | 448 | 755 |
Nearby Villages of Dama
Dama is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Aura | South | 1.52 km |
| Dorio | West | 1.84 km |
| Partapur | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Kharkharo | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Ghosko | North | 3.00 km |
| Barwadih | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Khataiya | North | 3.06 km |
| Tirla | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Beko | South-East | 3.82 km |
| Kanadih | North-East | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dama
Dama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chegro, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Dama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dama
Where is Dama located?
Dama village is located in Bagodar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dama?
The Gram Panchayat of Dama is Aura.
What is the pincode of Dama?
The pincode of Dama is 825322.
What is the population of Dama?
Dama has a total population of 6,142, including 3,203 males and 2,939 females.
How many households are there in Dama?
There are 1,035 households in Dama.
What is the literacy rate in Dama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dama is 21.02%. Male literacy is 26.66% and female literacy is 14.87%.