Dammakhedi - Sitamau, Mandsaur
Dammakhedi is a village situated in the Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitamau and around 3 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Laduna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dammakhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dammakhedi is 469819. The village covers a total geographical area of 484.83 hectares and falls under the 458990 pincode. Sitamau is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Dammakhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dammakhedi
As per Census 2011, Dammakhedi village has a total population of 571 people, consisting of 296 males and 275 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 325 literate and 246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 331 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dammakhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 571 | 296 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 331 | 178 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 203 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 93 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Dammakhedi
Dammakhedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ladoona | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Surkheda | West | 2.56 km |
| Kochariyakhedi | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Handi | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Morkheda | North | 4.37 km |
| Bilantri | North-West | 4.87 km |
| Muwala | South | 4.95 km |
| Kodiya | North | 4.98 km |
| Rajnagar | South | 5.08 km |
| Dhandheda | South-East | 5.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dammakhedi
Dammakhedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalauda, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sitamau to Dammakhedi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Dammakhedi is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dammakhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dammakhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dammakhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dammakhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dammakhedi
Where is Dammakhedi located?
Dammakhedi village is located in Sitamau Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dammakhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dammakhedi is Laduna.
What is the pincode of Dammakhedi?
The pincode of Dammakhedi is 458990.
What is the population of Dammakhedi?
Dammakhedi has a total population of 571, including 296 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Dammakhedi?
There are 122 households in Dammakhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Dammakhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dammakhedi is 56.92%. Male literacy is 68.58% and female literacy is 44.36%.