Damkheda - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Damkheda is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Damkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damkheda is 477948. The village covers a total geographical area of 466.5 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Damkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damkheda
As per Census 2011, Damkheda village has a total population of 2,090 people, consisting of 1,046 males and 1,044 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 408 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 606 literate and 1,484 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,771 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,090 | 1,046 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 194 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,771 | 890 | 881 |
| Literate Population | 606 | 349 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,484 | 697 | 787 |
Nearby Villages of Damkheda
Damkheda 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 Damkheda
Damkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jhiranya to Damkheda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Damkheda is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damkheda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Damkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Damkheda
Where is Damkheda located?
Damkheda village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damkheda?
Damkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Damkheda?
The pincode of Damkheda is 451332.
What is the population of Damkheda?
Damkheda has a total population of 2,090, including 1,046 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Damkheda?
There are 336 households in Damkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Damkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damkheda is 29.00%. Male literacy is 33.37% and female literacy is 24.62%.