Didamda - Dharni, Amravati
Didamda is a village situated in the Dharni tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharni and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Berda Barda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Didamda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didamda is 531521. The village covers a total geographical area of 693 hectares and falls under the 444702 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Didamda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Didamda
According to the 2011 Census, Didamda village had a total population of 992 people, including 521 males and 471 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.10%, with male literacy at 80.89% and female literacy at 66.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 917.
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 | 992 | 521 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 71 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 917 | 484 | 433 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 364 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 157 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Didamda
Didamda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bod | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Berdabarda | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Bhulori | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Zapal | West | 2.95 km |
| Ghota | East | 3.12 km |
| Kadhav | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Utawali | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Hatida | South | 4.53 km |
| Pohara | North | 5.08 km |
| Jutpani | West | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Didamda
Public transport in the Didamda is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dabka, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Achalpur to Didamda is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Didamda is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Didamda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Didamda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Didamda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Didamda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Didamda
Where is Didamda located?
Didamda village is located in Dharni Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Didamda?
The Gram Panchayat of Didamda is Berda Barda.
What is the pincode of Didamda?
The pincode of Didamda is 444702.
What is the population of Didamda?
Didamda had a total population of 992, including 521 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Didamda?
Didamda had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Didamda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didamda was 74.10%. Male literacy was 80.89% and female literacy was 66.75%.