Damkara - Palkot, Gumla
Damkara is a village situated in the Palkot subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palkot and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gumla. Bangru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damkara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damkara is 376368. The village covers a total geographical area of 730 hectares and falls under the 835220 pincode. Gumla is the nearest town.
Damkara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damkara
As per Census 2011, Damkara village has a total population of 1,111 people, consisting of 523 males and 588 females. The village has 227 households and a sex ratio of 1,124 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 662 literate and 449 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 983 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damkara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,111 | 523 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 81 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 983 | 452 | 531 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 357 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 166 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Damkara
Damkara 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 Damkara
Damkara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gumla to Damkara is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damkara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damkara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Damkara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damkara 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Damkara
Where is Damkara located?
Damkara village is located in Palkot Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damkara?
The Gram Panchayat of Damkara is Bangru.
What is the pincode of Damkara?
The pincode of Damkara is 835220.
What is the population of Damkara?
Damkara has a total population of 1,111, including 523 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Damkara?
There are 227 households in Damkara.
What is the literacy rate in Damkara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damkara is 59.59%. Male literacy is 68.26% and female literacy is 51.87%.