Damdama
Damdama is a village located in Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Maheshpur (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Pakur. As per 2009 stats, Damdama village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Damdama unique in its vibrant Maheshpur-Pakur region. You’ll see Damdama’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Damdama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Damdama is 360797. The village spans a total geographical area of 220.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816106. Pakur is nearest town to Damdama village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Damdama
Population of Damdama
According to the 2011 Census, Damdama has a total population of about 2,544, with approximately 1,268 males and 1,276 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 439 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 59 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 188. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.77%, with male literacy at about 53.94% and female literacy near 49.61%. There are around 557 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Damdama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,544 | 1,268 | 1,276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 214 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 90 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 1,317 | 684 | 633 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,227 | 584 | 643 |
Connectivity of Damdama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Damdama. As per the 2011 stats, Damdama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Damdama
Knowing the nearby villages of Damdama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Damdama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Damdama
- Where is Damdama located?
- Damdama village is situated in Maheshpur Subdivision, within the Pakur district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Damdama?
- Damdama serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Damdama?
- The pincode of Damdama is 816106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Damdama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Damdama is 2,544, with 1,268 males and 1,276 females.
- How many households are there in Damdama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Damdama village has a total of 557 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Damdama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Damdama is 51.77%. The male literacy rate is 53.94%, while the female literacy rate is 49.61%.