Damodarpur - Khaira, Balasore
Damodarpur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Khaira and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Sardang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodarpur is 393409. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 756182 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damodarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Damodarpur village had a total population of 286 people, including 141 males and 145 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.78%, with male literacy at 82.40% and female literacy at 69.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 206.
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 | 286 | 141 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 99 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 103 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 38 | 54 |
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 facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Damodarpur. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Damodarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Damodarpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Damodarpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damodarpur
Where is Damodarpur located?
Damodarpur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur is Sardang.
What is the pincode of Damodarpur?
The pincode of Damodarpur is 756182.
What is the population of Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had a total population of 286, including 141 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damodarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damodarpur was 75.78%. Male literacy was 82.40% and female literacy was 69.47%.