Damanijhola - Boipariguda, Koraput
Damanijhola is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Koraput.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damanijhola is 429476. The village falls under the 764043 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damanijhola
According to the 2011 Census, Damanijhola village had a total population of 94 people, including 48 males and 46 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.72%, with male literacy at 20.00% and female literacy at 15.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 94.
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 | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 40 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Damanijhola
Damanijhola 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 Damanijhola
Damanijhola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Damanijhola is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Damanijhola is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damanijhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damanijhola 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 Damanijhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damanijhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Damanijhola
Where is Damanijhola located?
Damanijhola village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the pincode of Damanijhola?
The pincode of Damanijhola is 764043.
What is the population of Damanijhola?
Damanijhola had a total population of 94, including 48 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Damanijhola?
Damanijhola had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damanijhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damanijhola was 17.72%. Male literacy was 20.00% and female literacy was 15.38%.