Damkheda - Segaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Damkheda is a village situated in the Segaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Segaon and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Jojalwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damkheda is 477334. The village covers a total geographical area of 382.7 hectares and falls under the 451442 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Damkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Damkheda village had a total population of 590 people, including 302 males and 288 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.31%, with male literacy at 69.96% and female literacy at 48.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 569.
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 | 590 | 302 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 569 | 292 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 177 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 125 | 172 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khargone to Damkheda is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damkheda
Where is Damkheda located?
Damkheda village is located in Segaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Damkheda is Jojalwadi.
What is the pincode of Damkheda?
The pincode of Damkheda is 451442.
What is the population of Damkheda?
Damkheda had a total population of 590, including 302 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Damkheda?
Damkheda had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damkheda was 59.31%. Male literacy was 69.96% and female literacy was 48.13%.