Damangapader - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Damangapader is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Samarbandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damangapader village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damangapader is 416255. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Damangapader village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damangapader
According to the 2011 Census, Damangapader village had a total population of 74 people, including 33 males and 41 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,242 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.07%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 74 | 33 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 20 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Damangapader
Damangapader 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 Damangapader
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Damangapader.
| 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 Phulabani to Damangapader is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Damangapader is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damangapader
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damangapader 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 Damangapader
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damangapader 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 Damangapader
Where is Damangapader located?
Damangapader village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damangapader?
The Gram Panchayat of Damangapader is Samarbandha.
What is the pincode of Damangapader?
The pincode of Damangapader is 762011.
What is the population of Damangapader?
Damangapader had a total population of 74, including 33 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Damangapader?
Damangapader had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damangapader?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damangapader was 41.07%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 33.33%.