Damash
Damash is a village located in Resubelpara subdivision of East Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Resubelpara (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Williamnagar.
Here you can discover what makes Damash unique in its vibrant Resubelpara-East Garo Hills region. You’ll see Damash’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Damash
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Damash is 274695. Resubelpara is nearest town to Damash village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Damash
Population of Damash
According to the 2011 Census, Damash has a total population of about 1,606, with approximately 799 males and 807 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 255 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,556. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.39%, with male literacy at about 79.22% and female literacy near 77.57%. There are around 268 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Damash's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,606 | 799 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 122 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,556 | 772 | 784 |
| Literate Population | 1,259 | 633 | 626 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 166 | 181 |
Connectivity of Damash
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Damash. As per the 2011 stats, Damash had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Damash
Knowing the nearby villages of Damash helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Damash.
Frequently Asked Questions about Damash
- Where is Damash located?
- Damash village is situated in Resubelpara Subdivision, within the East Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
- What is the pincode of Damash?
- The pincode of Damash is 793118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Damash as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Damash is 1,606, with 799 males and 807 females.
- How many households are there in Damash as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Damash village has a total of 268 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Damash as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Damash is 78.39%. The male literacy rate is 79.22%, while the female literacy rate is 77.57%.