Damoh
Damoh is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 108km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Damoh village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Damoh unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Damoh’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 Damoh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Damoh is 498115. The village spans a total geographical area of 667.27 hectares. Malajkhand is nearest town to Damoh village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Damoh village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Damoh
Population of Damoh
According to the 2011 Census, Damoh has a total population of about 3,357, with approximately 1,622 males and 1,735 females. The sex ratio is around 1069 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 451 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 313 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 520. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.42%, with male literacy at about 70.41% and female literacy near 56.89%. There are around 771 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Damoh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,357 | 1,622 | 1,735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 219 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 158 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 520 | 230 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 2,129 | 1,142 | 987 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,228 | 480 | 748 |
Connectivity of Damoh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Damoh. As per the 2011 stats, Damoh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Damoh
Knowing the nearby villages of Damoh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Damoh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Damoh
- Where is Damoh located?
- Damoh village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Damoh?
- Damoh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Damoh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Damoh is 3,357, with 1,622 males and 1,735 females.
- How many households are there in Damoh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Damoh village has a total of 771 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Damoh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Damoh is 63.42%. The male literacy rate is 70.41%, while the female literacy rate is 56.89%.