Damjhir - Kurai, Seoni
Damjhir is a village situated in the Kurai tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurai and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Partapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damjhir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damjhir is 497132. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.14 hectares and falls under the 480881 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Damjhir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damjhir
According to the 2011 Census, Damjhir village had a total population of 94 people, including 52 males and 42 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 808 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.02%, with male literacy at 97.87% and female literacy at 87.18%.
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 | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Damjhir
Damjhir 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 Damjhir
Damjhir is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Seoni to Damjhir is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damjhir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damjhir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Damjhir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damjhir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Damjhir
Where is Damjhir located?
Damjhir village is located in Kurai Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damjhir?
The Gram Panchayat of Damjhir is Partapur.
What is the pincode of Damjhir?
The pincode of Damjhir is 480881.
What is the population of Damjhir?
Damjhir had a total population of 94, including 52 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Damjhir?
Damjhir had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damjhir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damjhir was 93.02%. Male literacy was 97.87% and female literacy was 87.18%.