Damaguda - Raikia, Kandhamal
Damaguda is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gumamaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damaguda is 417603. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Damaguda 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 Damaguda
As per Census 2011, Damaguda village has a total population of 190 people, consisting of 95 males and 95 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 106 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 168 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 95 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 57 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 38 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Damaguda
Damaguda 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 Damaguda
Damaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 G. Udayagiri to Damaguda is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Damaguda is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damaguda 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 Damaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damaguda 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 Damaguda
Where is Damaguda located?
Damaguda village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Damaguda is Gumamaha.
What is the pincode of Damaguda?
The pincode of Damaguda is 762101.
What is the population of Damaguda?
Damaguda has a total population of 190, including 95 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Damaguda?
There are 39 households in Damaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Damaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damaguda is 55.79%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 51.58%.