Damagandira - Nilagiri, Balasore
Damagandira is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Nilagiri and around 32 km from Baleshwar. Begunia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damagandira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damagandira is 393106. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 756089 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Damagandira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damagandira
According to the 2011 Census, Damagandira village had a total population of 452 people, including 229 males and 223 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.28%, with male literacy at 87.37% and female literacy at 87.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112.
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 | 452 | 229 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 173 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 56 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Damagandira
Damagandira 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 Damagandira
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Damagandira. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Damagandira.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilagiri to Damagandira is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Damagandira is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damagandira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damagandira 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Damagandira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damagandira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Damagandira
Where is Damagandira located?
Damagandira village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damagandira?
The Gram Panchayat of Damagandira is Begunia.
What is the pincode of Damagandira?
The pincode of Damagandira is 756089.
What is the population of Damagandira?
Damagandira had a total population of 452, including 229 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Damagandira?
Damagandira had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damagandira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damagandira was 87.28%. Male literacy was 87.37% and female literacy was 87.19%.