Damehari - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Damehari is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Damehadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damehari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damehari is 502194. The village covers a total geographical area of 1402.12 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Damehari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damehari
As per Census 2011, Damehari village has a total population of 3,048 people, consisting of 1,488 males and 1,560 females. The village has 611 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 441 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,684 literate and 1,364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,866 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damehari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,048 | 1,488 | 1,560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 216 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,866 | 1,404 | 1,462 |
| Literate Population | 1,684 | 1,001 | 683 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,364 | 487 | 877 |
Nearby Villages of Damehari
Damehari 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 Damehari
Damehari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Damehari is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damehari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damehari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Damehari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damehari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damehari
Where is Damehari located?
Damehari village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damehari?
The Gram Panchayat of Damehari is Damehadi.
What is the pincode of Damehari?
The pincode of Damehari is 484881.
What is the population of Damehari?
Damehari has a total population of 3,048, including 1,488 males and 1,560 females.
How many households are there in Damehari?
There are 611 households in Damehari.
What is the literacy rate in Damehari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damehari is 55.25%. Male literacy is 67.27% and female literacy is 43.78%.