Damanganaju - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Damanganaju is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gresingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damanganaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damanganaju is 415802. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Damanganaju 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 Damanganaju
According to the 2011 Census, Damanganaju village had a total population of 155 people, including 76 males and 79 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.74%, with male literacy at 86.15% and female literacy at 66.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 155 | 76 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 76 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 20 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Damanganaju
Damanganaju 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 Damanganaju
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Damanganaju.
| 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 Damanganaju is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Damanganaju is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damanganaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damanganaju 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 Damanganaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damanganaju 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 Damanganaju
Where is Damanganaju located?
Damanganaju village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damanganaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Damanganaju is Gresingia.
What is the pincode of Damanganaju?
The pincode of Damanganaju is 762100.
What is the population of Damanganaju?
Damanganaju had a total population of 155, including 76 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Damanganaju?
Damanganaju had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damanganaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damanganaju was 75.74%. Male literacy was 86.15% and female literacy was 66.20%.