Damdama - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Damdama is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from Betasing and around 49 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damdama is 273784. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Damdama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damdama
According to the 2011 Census, Damdama village had a total population of 171 people, including 75 males and 96 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,280 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.92%, with male literacy at 51.56% and female literacy at 59.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 171.
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 | 171 | 75 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 75 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 33 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 42 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Damdama
Damdama 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 Damdama
Damdama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Damdama is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damdama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damdama 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Damdama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damdama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damdama
Where is Damdama located?
Damdama village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Damdama?
The pincode of Damdama is 794115.
What is the population of Damdama?
Damdama had a total population of 171, including 75 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Damdama?
Damdama had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damdama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damdama was 55.92%. Male literacy was 51.56% and female literacy was 59.09%.