Damodarchak - Bahanaga, Balasore
Damodarchak is a village situated in the Bahanaga tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Soro and around 42 km from Baleshwar. Aruhabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodarchak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodarchak is 393942. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 756044 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Damodarchak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damodarchak
As per Census 2011, Damodarchak village has a total population of 81 people, consisting of 41 males and 40 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damodarchak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 9 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Damodarchak
Damodarchak 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 Damodarchak
Public transport in the Damodarchak is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Soro to Damodarchak is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Damodarchak is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damodarchak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damodarchak 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 Damodarchak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damodarchak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damodarchak
Where is Damodarchak located?
Damodarchak village is located in Bahanaga Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damodarchak?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodarchak is Aruhabad.
What is the pincode of Damodarchak?
The pincode of Damodarchak is 756044.
What is the population of Damodarchak?
Damodarchak has a total population of 81, including 41 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Damodarchak?
There are 17 households in Damodarchak.
What is the literacy rate in Damodarchak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damodarchak is 72.84%. Male literacy is 78.05% and female literacy is 67.50%.