Damrancha - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Damrancha is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Damrancha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damrancha is 539926. The village covers a total geographical area of 1055.11 hectares and falls under the 442709 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 180 km away.
Damrancha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damrancha
As per Census 2011, Damrancha village has a total population of 1,394 people, consisting of 701 males and 693 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 821 literate and 573 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 760 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damrancha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,394 | 701 | 693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 100 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 97 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 760 | 369 | 391 |
| Literate Population | 821 | 482 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 573 | 219 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Damrancha
Damrancha 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 Damrancha
Damrancha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gadchiroli to Damrancha is about 180 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damrancha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damrancha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Damrancha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damrancha 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Damrancha
Where is Damrancha located?
Damrancha village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damrancha?
Damrancha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Damrancha?
The pincode of Damrancha is 442709.
What is the population of Damrancha?
Damrancha has a total population of 1,394, including 701 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Damrancha?
There are 314 households in Damrancha.
What is the literacy rate in Damrancha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damrancha is 58.90%. Male literacy is 68.76% and female literacy is 48.92%.