Damdarsai - Majhgaon, West Singhbhum
Damdarsai is a village situated in the Majhgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 46 km from Majhgaon and around 70 km from Chaibasa. Nayagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damdarsai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damdarsai is 378487. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 833214 pincode. Champua is the nearest town.
Damdarsai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Damdarsai
According to the 2011 Census, Damdarsai village had a total population of 616 people, including 315 males and 301 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.34%, with male literacy at 63.79% and female literacy at 28.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 563.
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 | 616 | 315 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 563 | 289 | 274 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 148 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 167 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Damdarsai
Damdarsai 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 Damdarsai
Public transport in the Damdarsai is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Chaibasa to Damdarsai is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damdarsai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damdarsai 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Damdarsai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damdarsai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Damdarsai
Where is Damdarsai located?
Damdarsai village is located in Majhgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damdarsai?
The Gram Panchayat of Damdarsai is Nayagaon.
What is the pincode of Damdarsai?
The pincode of Damdarsai is 833214.
What is the population of Damdarsai?
Damdarsai had a total population of 616, including 315 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Damdarsai?
Damdarsai had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damdarsai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damdarsai was 46.34%. Male literacy was 63.79% and female literacy was 28.88%.