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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Damrancha village had a total population of 1,394 people, including 701 males and 693 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.70%, with male literacy at 80.20% and female literacy at 57.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 186, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 760.
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 | 1,394 | 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 Village Panchayat of Damrancha?
Damrancha is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Damrancha?
The pincode of Damrancha is 442709.
What is the population of Damrancha?
Damrancha had a total population of 1,394, including 701 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Damrancha?
Damrancha had 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damrancha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damrancha was 68.70%. Male literacy was 80.20% and female literacy was 57.07%.