Damita - Barkot, Deogarh
Damita is a village situated in the Barkot tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from Barkot and around 44 km from Debagarh. Saida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damita is 382888. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 768110 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Damita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damita
According to the 2011 Census, Damita village had a total population of 194 people, including 101 males and 93 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.87%, with male literacy at 77.11% and female literacy at 48.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 194 | 101 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 64 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 37 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Damita
Damita 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 Damita
Damita is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Debagarh to Damita is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Damita is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damita 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 Damita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damita village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Damita
Where is Damita located?
Damita village is located in Barkot Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damita?
The Gram Panchayat of Damita is Saida.
What is the pincode of Damita?
The pincode of Damita is 768110.
What is the population of Damita?
Damita had a total population of 194, including 101 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Damita?
Damita had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damita was 62.87%. Male literacy was 77.11% and female literacy was 48.81%.