Damgarh - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Damgarh is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Harratola(bars) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damgarh is 502289. The village covers a total geographical area of 1320.38 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Damgarh 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 Damgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Damgarh village had a total population of 301 people, including 152 males and 149 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.70%, with male literacy at 86.61% and female literacy at 62.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 280.
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 | 301 | 152 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 280 | 141 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 110 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 42 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Damgarh
Damgarh 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 Damgarh
Public transport in the Damgarh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarkantak to Damgarh is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Damgarh is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damgarh 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Damgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damgarh 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damgarh
Where is Damgarh located?
Damgarh village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Damgarh is Harratola(bars).
What is the pincode of Damgarh?
The pincode of Damgarh is 484881.
What is the population of Damgarh?
Damgarh had a total population of 301, including 152 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Damgarh?
Damgarh had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damgarh was 74.70%. Male literacy was 86.61% and female literacy was 62.30%.