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
According to the 2011 Census, Damaguda village had a total population of 190 people, including 95 males and 95 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.52%, with male literacy at 77.03% and female literacy at 59.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 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 had a total population of 190, including 95 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Damaguda?
Damaguda had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damaguda was 67.52%. Male literacy was 77.03% and female literacy was 59.04%.