Damamunda - Bamara, Sambalpur
Damamunda is a village situated in the Bamara tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Mahulpalli and around 120 km from Sambalpur. Turei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damamunda is 381417. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 768228 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Damamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damamunda
As per Census 2011, Damamunda village has a total population of 297 people, consisting of 131 males and 166 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,267 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 155 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 278 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 297 | 131 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 14 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 278 | 122 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 52 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Damamunda
Damamunda 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 Damamunda
Damamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kochinda to Damamunda is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Damamunda is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Damamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damamunda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Damamunda
Where is Damamunda located?
Damamunda village is located in Bamara Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Damamunda is Turei.
What is the pincode of Damamunda?
The pincode of Damamunda is 768228.
What is the population of Damamunda?
Damamunda has a total population of 297, including 131 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Damamunda?
There are 63 households in Damamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Damamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damamunda is 52.19%. Male literacy is 60.31% and female literacy is 45.78%.