Dammur - Yelbarga, Koppal
Dammur is a village situated in the Yelbarga taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yelbarga and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Koppal. Tummaraguddhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dammur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dammur is 601247. The village covers a total geographical area of 822.09 hectares and falls under the 583236 pincode. Yelbarga is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dammur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yelburga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dammur
As per Census 2011, Dammur village has a total population of 1,948 people, consisting of 972 males and 976 females. The village has 331 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 361 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 877 literate and 1,071 illiterate residents. Additionally, 399 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dammur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,948 | 972 | 976 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 191 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 189 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 877 | 535 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,071 | 437 | 634 |
Nearby Villages of Dammur
Dammur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Boon Koppa | North-West | 1.92 km |
| G.jarkunti | South | 2.26 km |
| Vajra Bandi | East | 3.24 km |
| Lagalur | South | 3.45 km |
| Hagedhal | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Maranhal | South-West | 3.88 km |
| Madlur | South | 3.99 km |
| Konasagar | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Hanmapur | South-West | 4.21 km |
| Talur | South-East | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dammur
Public transport in the Dammur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhanapur, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yelbarga to Dammur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Dammur is about 46 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 Dammur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dammur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dammur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dammur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dammur
Where is Dammur located?
Dammur village is located in Yelbarga Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dammur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dammur is Tummaraguddhi.
What is the pincode of Dammur?
The pincode of Dammur is 583236.
What is the population of Dammur?
Dammur has a total population of 1,948, including 972 males and 976 females.
How many households are there in Dammur?
There are 331 households in Dammur.
What is the literacy rate in Dammur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dammur is 45.02%. Male literacy is 55.04% and female literacy is 35.04%.