Damplu - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Damplu is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Bhramarabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damplu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damplu is 417483. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Damplu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damplu
As per Census 2011, Damplu village has a total population of 458 people, consisting of 227 males and 231 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 440 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damplu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 458 | 227 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 55 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 | 219 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 101 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 126 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Damplu
Damplu 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 Damplu
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Damplu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Damplu is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Damplu is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damplu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damplu 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 Damplu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damplu 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 Damplu
Where is Damplu located?
Damplu village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damplu?
The Gram Panchayat of Damplu is Bhramarabadi.
What is the pincode of Damplu?
The pincode of Damplu is 762104.
What is the population of Damplu?
Damplu has a total population of 458, including 227 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Damplu?
There are 105 households in Damplu.
What is the literacy rate in Damplu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damplu is 32.10%. Male literacy is 44.49% and female literacy is 19.91%.