Damikia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Damikia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Budrukia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damikia is 416638. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Damikia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damikia
According to the 2011 Census, Damikia village had a total population of 280 people, including 144 males and 136 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.22%, with male literacy at 72.81% and female literacy at 41.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 125.
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 | 280 | 144 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 30 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 83 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 61 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Damikia
Damikia 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 Damikia
Damikia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 G. Udayagiri to Damikia is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Damikia is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damikia 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 Damikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damikia 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 Damikia
Where is Damikia located?
Damikia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Damikia is Budrukia.
What is the pincode of Damikia?
The pincode of Damikia is 762103.
What is the population of Damikia?
Damikia had a total population of 280, including 144 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Damikia?
Damikia had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damikia was 58.22%. Male literacy was 72.81% and female literacy was 41.41%.