Damodarpur - Rajkanika, Kendrapara
Damodarpur is a village situated in the Rajkanika tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajkanika and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Panasgand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodarpur is 395645. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Damodarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damodarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Damodarpur village had a total population of 503 people, including 240 males and 263 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 1,096 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.26%, with male literacy at 82.67% and female literacy at 66.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 335.
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 | 503 | 240 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 38 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 162 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 167 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 73 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Damodarpur
Damodarpur 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 Damodarpur
Damodarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Damodarpur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Damodarpur 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 Damodarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damodarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Damodarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damodarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Damodarpur
Where is Damodarpur located?
Damodarpur village is located in Rajkanika Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur is Panasgand.
What is the pincode of Damodarpur?
The pincode of Damodarpur is 754225.
What is the population of Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had a total population of 503, including 240 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damodarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damodarpur was 74.26%. Male literacy was 82.67% and female literacy was 66.02%.