Damaghati - Gania, Nayagarh
Damaghati is a village situated in the Gania tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gania and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Badasilinga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damaghati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damaghati is 405301. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 752085 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Damaghati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damaghati
As per Census 2011, Damaghati village has a total population of 52 people, consisting of 26 males and 26 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 30 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damaghati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 9 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Damaghati
Damaghati 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 Damaghati
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Damaghati.
| 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 Khandapada to Damaghati is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Damaghati is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damaghati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damaghati 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 Damaghati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damaghati 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 Damaghati
Where is Damaghati located?
Damaghati village is located in Gania Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damaghati?
The Gram Panchayat of Damaghati is Badasilinga.
What is the pincode of Damaghati?
The pincode of Damaghati is 752085.
What is the population of Damaghati?
Damaghati has a total population of 52, including 26 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Damaghati?
There are 13 households in Damaghati.
What is the literacy rate in Damaghati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damaghati is 57.69%. Male literacy is 65.38% and female literacy is 50.00%.