Damodarpur - Bhograi, Balasore
Damodarpur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Bhograi and around 75 km from Baleshwar. Jalsoharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodarpur is 391689. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 756039 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 39 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 Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damodarpur
As per Census 2011, Damodarpur village has a total population of 486 people, consisting of 256 males and 230 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 418 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damodarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 486 | 256 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 234 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 22 | 46 |
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
Public transport in the Damodarpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Damodarpur is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Damodarpur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Damodarpur
Where is Damodarpur located?
Damodarpur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damodarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur is Jalsoharia.
What is the pincode of Damodarpur?
The pincode of Damodarpur is 756039.
What is the population of Damodarpur?
Damodarpur has a total population of 486, including 256 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Damodarpur?
There are 104 households in Damodarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Damodarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damodarpur is 86.01%. Male literacy is 91.41% and female literacy is 80.00%.