Damodarpalli - Patrapur, Ganjam
Damodarpalli is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Jarada and around 70 km from Chatrapur. Ambapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodarpalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodarpalli is 413311. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 761004 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Damodarpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damodarpalli
According to the 2011 Census, Damodarpalli village had a total population of 140 people, including 69 males and 71 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.02%, with male literacy at 79.66% and female literacy at 42.37%.
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 | 140 | 69 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 47 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 22 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Damodarpalli
Damodarpalli 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 Damodarpalli
Damodarpalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Damodarpalli.
| 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 Brahmapur to Damodarpalli is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Damodarpalli is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damodarpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damodarpalli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Damodarpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damodarpalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Damodarpalli
Where is Damodarpalli located?
Damodarpalli village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damodarpalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodarpalli is Ambapur.
What is the pincode of Damodarpalli?
The pincode of Damodarpalli is 761004.
What is the population of Damodarpalli?
Damodarpalli had a total population of 140, including 69 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Damodarpalli?
Damodarpalli had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damodarpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damodarpalli was 61.02%. Male literacy was 79.66% and female literacy was 42.37%.