Damodar Pura - Khirkiya, Harda

Damodar Pura is a village situated in the Khirkiya tehsil of Harda district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khirkiya and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Harda. Dedgaonmaal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodar Pura village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodar Pura is 486557. The village covers a total geographical area of 250.17 hectares and falls under the 461441 pincode. Khirkiya is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.

Damodar Pura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Damodar Pura

According to the 2011 Census, Damodar Pura village had a total population of 384 people, including 194 males and 190 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.09%, with male literacy at 87.73% and female literacy at 64.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Damodar Pura

Damodar Pura 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Damodar Pura

Damodar Pura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dagarhkeri, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khirkiya to Damodar Pura is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Harda to Damodar Pura is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Damodar Pura

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damodar Pura village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Damodar Pura

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damodar Pura village are given below:

FAQs about Damodar Pura