Damodar - Barkagaon, Hazaribagh
Damodar is a village situated in the Barkagaon subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkagaon and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Mahugaikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodar is 368851. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.9 hectares and falls under the 825311 pincode.
Damodar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Damodar
Damodar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sukul Khapia | South-West | 0.38 km |
| Babu Balia | West | 1.10 km |
| Motra | East | 1.36 km |
| Mardu | West | 1.60 km |
| Ambajit | South | 1.92 km |
| Rajhar | North | 2.03 km |
| Pandaul | West | 2.05 km |
| Phulang | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Badam | South | 2.93 km |
| Haram | North-East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Damodar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Damodar. The nearest railway station is Tokisud, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hazaribagh to Damodar is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damodar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damodar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Damodar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damodar 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 Damodar
Where is Damodar located?
Damodar village is located in Barkagaon Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damodar?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodar is Mahugaikala.
What is the pincode of Damodar?
The pincode of Damodar is 825311.