Damejar - Kailaras, Morena
Damejar is a village situated in the Kailaras tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kailaras and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Damejar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damejar is 452611. The village covers a total geographical area of 775 hectares and falls under the 476224 pincode. Kailaras is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Damejar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damejar
According to the 2011 Census, Damejar village had a total population of 1,569 people, including 894 males and 675 females, living in 338 households. The sex ratio was 755 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.68%, with male literacy at 69.63% and female literacy at 39.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 240.
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 | 1,569 | 894 | 675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 117 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 142 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 768 | 541 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 353 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Damejar
Damejar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotsirthara | West | 2.58 km |
| Falooda | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Arroda | North | 3.65 km |
| Rampura Mangarh | South | 3.82 km |
| Pate Ka Pura | South | 4.18 km |
| Budha Sirthara | West | 4.20 km |
| Tiktoli Dumdar | East | 4.35 km |
| Vaman Bajana | North-West | 5.09 km |
| Barhana | West | 5.22 km |
| Parsota | North-East | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Damejar
Damejar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhatpura, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kailaras to Damejar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Damejar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damejar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damejar 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 Damejar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damejar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damejar
Where is Damejar located?
Damejar village is located in Kailaras Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damejar?
Damejar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Damejar?
The pincode of Damejar is 476224.
What is the population of Damejar?
Damejar had a total population of 1,569, including 894 males and 675 females.
How many households are there in Damejar?
Damejar had 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damejar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damejar was 56.68%. Male literacy was 69.63% and female literacy was 39.27%.