Damapada - Boudh
Damapada is a village situated in the Boudh tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from Manamunda and around 75 km from Baudh. Sagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damapada is 418094. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 762015 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Damapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damapada
According to the 2011 Census, Damapada village had a total population of 130 people, including 65 males and 65 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.48%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 47.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 44 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 21 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Damapada
Damapada 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 Damapada
Damapada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sonapur to Damapada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Damapada 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 Damapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damapada 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 Damapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damapada 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 Damapada
Where is Damapada located?
Damapada village is located in Boudh Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Damapada is Sagada.
What is the pincode of Damapada?
The pincode of Damapada is 762015.
What is the population of Damapada?
Damapada had a total population of 130, including 65 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Damapada?
Damapada had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damapada was 63.48%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 47.54%.