Dami - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Dami is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pangauparsahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dami village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dami is 416269. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Baliguda is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Dami 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 Dami
According to the 2011 Census, Dami village had a total population of 57 people, including 23 males and 34 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,478 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.62%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 26.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 57 | 23 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 23 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 10 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Dami
Dami 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 Dami
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dami.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baliguda to Dami is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dami is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dami
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dami 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 Dami
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dami 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 Dami
Where is Dami located?
Dami village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dami?
The Gram Panchayat of Dami is Pangauparsahi.
What is the pincode of Dami?
The pincode of Dami is 762011.
What is the population of Dami?
Dami had a total population of 57, including 23 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Dami?
Dami had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dami?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dami was 47.62%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 26.92%.