Damkheda
Damkheda is a village located in Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Jhiranya (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Damkheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Damkheda unique in its vibrant Jhiranya-Khargone region. You’ll see Damkheda’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 Damkheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Damkheda is 477948. The village spans a total geographical area of 466.5 hectares. Jhiranya is nearest town to Damkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Damkheda
Population of Damkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Damkheda has a total population of about 2,090, with approximately 1,046 males and 1,044 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 408 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 74 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,771. The overall literacy rate is approximately 29.00%, with male literacy at about 33.37% and female literacy near 24.62%. There are around 336 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Damkheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Damkheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Damkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Damkheda 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 Damkheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Damkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Damkheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Damkheda
- Where is Damkheda located?
- Damkheda village is situated in Jhiranya Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Damkheda?
- Damkheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Damkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Damkheda is 2,090, with 1,046 males and 1,044 females.
- How many households are there in Damkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Damkheda village has a total of 336 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Damkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Damkheda is 29.00%. The male literacy rate is 33.37%, while the female literacy rate is 24.62%.