Daba - Damoh
Daba is a village situated in the Damoh tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Damoh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Harduakhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daba is 462412. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.02 hectares and falls under the 470880 pincode. Damoh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Daba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Damoh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Daba
As per Census 2011, Daba village has a total population of 458 people, consisting of 240 males and 218 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 345 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 458 | 240 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 345 | 177 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 94 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 146 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Daba
Daba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harduwa Khurd | East | 2.38 km |
| Deodongra | South | 3.26 km |
| Ganeshpura | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Hinoti Ramgarh | South | 4.85 km |
| Deowalpani | North-West | 5.03 km |
| Lukam | South-East | 5.60 km |
| Khagar | East | 5.90 km |
| Mudari Hatri | South | 6.69 km |
| Baleh | North-West | 6.75 km |
| Barkoti | West | 6.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daba
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Daba. The nearest railway station is Aslana, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Damoh to Daba is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daba 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 Daba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daba 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daba
Where is Daba located?
Daba village is located in Damoh Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daba?
The Gram Panchayat of Daba is Harduakhurd.
What is the pincode of Daba?
The pincode of Daba is 470880.
What is the population of Daba?
Daba has a total population of 458, including 240 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Daba?
There are 100 households in Daba.
What is the literacy rate in Daba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daba is 34.50%. Male literacy is 39.17% and female literacy is 29.36%.