Damodarpur - Basta, Balasore
Damodarpur is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Basta and around 53 km from Baleshwar. Barunagadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodarpur is 392303. The village covers a total geographical area of 3 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Damodarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damodarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Damodarpur village had a total population of 259 people, including 137 males and 122 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.83%, with male literacy at 62.96% and female literacy at 34.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 198.
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 | 259 | 137 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 29 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 104 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 68 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 69 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Damodarpur
Damodarpur 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 Damodarpur
Damodarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Damodarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jaleswar to Damodarpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Damodarpur is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damodarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damodarpur 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 Damodarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damodarpur 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 Damodarpur
Where is Damodarpur located?
Damodarpur village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damodarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur is Barunagadia.
What is the pincode of Damodarpur?
The pincode of Damodarpur is 756029.
What is the population of Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had a total population of 259, including 137 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damodarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damodarpur was 48.83%. Male literacy was 62.96% and female literacy was 34.29%.