Damdam - Itarsi, Narmadapuram
Damdam is a village situated in the Itarsi tehsil of Narmadapuram district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Itarsi and around 27 km from Hoshangabad. Damdam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damdam is 487314. The village covers a total geographical area of 346.11 hectares and falls under the 461111 pincode. Itarsi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Damdam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sohagpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damdam
As per Census 2011, Damdam village has a total population of 1,039 people, consisting of 548 males and 491 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 712 literate and 327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damdam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,039 | 548 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 53 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 88 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 712 | 423 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 125 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Damdam
Damdam 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 Damdam
Damdam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Damdam has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Itarsi to Damdam is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hoshangabad to Damdam is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damdam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damdam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Damdam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damdam 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Damdam
Where is Damdam located?
Damdam village is located in Itarsi Tehsil, Narmadapuram district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damdam?
Damdam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Damdam?
The pincode of Damdam is 461111.
What is the population of Damdam?
Damdam has a total population of 1,039, including 548 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Damdam?
There are 175 households in Damdam.
What is the literacy rate in Damdam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damdam is 68.53%. Male literacy is 77.19% and female literacy is 58.86%.