Damgarh - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Damgarh is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Badbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damgarh is 382438. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Damgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Damgarh village had a total population of 91 people, including 46 males and 45 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.53%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 72.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 4 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Damgarh
Damgarh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ladubahal | South | 1.06 km |
| Bijakhaman | West | 1.34 km |
| Pandaripathar | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Jharamunda | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Badbahal | East | 2.15 km |
| Khandahata | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Tileimal | East | 2.95 km |
| Narayanpur | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Palsanal | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Tal | South-West | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Damgarh
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Damgarh. The nearest railway station is Rairakhol, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.2 km.
| 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 Redhakhol to Damgarh is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Damgarh 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 Damgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damgarh 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 Damgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damgarh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Damgarh
Where is Damgarh located?
Damgarh village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Damgarh is Badbahal.
What is the pincode of Damgarh?
The pincode of Damgarh is 768106.
What is the population of Damgarh?
Damgarh had a total population of 91, including 46 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Damgarh?
Damgarh had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damgarh was 83.53%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 72.50%.