Damodarpur - Banapur, Khordha
Damodarpur is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Balugaon and around 73 km from Khordha . Ankula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodarpur is 408246. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 752030 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 4 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 Chilika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damodarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Damodarpur village had a total population of 549 people, including 295 males and 254 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.47%, with male literacy at 91.79% and female literacy at 73.42%.
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 | 549 | 295 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 246 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 49 | 91 |
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 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Damodarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banapur to Damodarpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Damodarpur is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Damodarpur
Where is Damodarpur located?
Damodarpur village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damodarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodarpur is Ankula.
What is the pincode of Damodarpur?
The pincode of Damodarpur is 752030.
What is the population of Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had a total population of 549, including 295 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Damodarpur?
Damodarpur had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damodarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damodarpur was 83.47%. Male literacy was 91.79% and female literacy was 73.42%.