Damtora - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Damtora is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from Gochhapada and around 46 km from Phulbani. Balandapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damtora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damtora is 415181. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Damtora 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 Damtora
As per Census 2011, Damtora village has a total population of 36 people, consisting of 19 males and 17 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 17 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damtora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 8 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Damtora
Damtora 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 Damtora
Public transport in the Damtora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Damtora is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Damtora is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damtora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damtora 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 Damtora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damtora 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 Damtora
Where is Damtora located?
Damtora village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damtora?
The Gram Panchayat of Damtora is Balandapada.
What is the pincode of Damtora?
The pincode of Damtora is 762002.
What is the population of Damtora?
Damtora has a total population of 36, including 19 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Damtora?
There are 7 households in Damtora.
What is the literacy rate in Damtora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damtora is 47.22%. Male literacy is 57.89% and female literacy is 35.29%.