Damakol - Sundarpahari, Godda
Damakol is a village situated in the Sundarpahari subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sundarpahari and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Goradih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damakol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damakol is 357890. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.67 hectares and falls under the 814156 pincode. Godda is the nearest town.
Damakol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damakol
According to the 2011 Census, Damakol village had a total population of 61 people, including 31 males and 30 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.51%, with male literacy at 27.27% and female literacy at 10.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 25 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Damakol
Damakol 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 Damakol
Damakol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Damakol is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damakol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damakol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Damakol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damakol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damakol
Where is Damakol located?
Damakol village is located in Sundarpahari Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damakol?
The Gram Panchayat of Damakol is Goradih.
What is the pincode of Damakol?
The pincode of Damakol is 814156.
What is the population of Damakol?
Damakol had a total population of 61, including 31 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Damakol?
Damakol had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damakol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damakol was 19.51%. Male literacy was 27.27% and female literacy was 10.53%.