Dampur - Mulchera, Gadchiroli
Dampur is a village situated in the Mulchera tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mulchera and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Chutugunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dampur is 539479. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.09 hectares and falls under the 442705 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Dampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dampur
According to the 2011 Census, Dampur village had a total population of 391 people, including 193 males and 198 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.54%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 62.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
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 | 391 | 193 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 85 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 130 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 63 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Dampur
Dampur 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 Dampur
Public transport in the Dampur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Dampur is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dampur
Where is Dampur located?
Dampur village is located in Mulchera Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dampur is Chutugunta.
What is the pincode of Dampur?
The pincode of Dampur is 442705.
What is the population of Dampur?
Dampur had a total population of 391, including 193 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Dampur?
Dampur had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dampur was 69.54%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 62.57%.