Damalu - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Damalu is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 187 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sasyakela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damalu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damalu is 384945. The village covers a total geographical area of 730 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Barbil is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Damalu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damalu
As per Census 2011, Damalu village has a total population of 630 people, consisting of 292 males and 338 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 1,157 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 536 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damalu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 630 | 292 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 58 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 536 | 241 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 183 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 109 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Damalu
Damalu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saskela | North | 2.40 km |
| Badnuagaon | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Siliguda | South | 2.76 km |
| Randa | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Kilinda | South-West | 3.19 km |
| San-nuagaon | West | 3.72 km |
| Barsuan | North | 4.07 km |
| Tantabahal | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Kusumdihi | North-West | 4.55 km |
| Baurkela | North-West | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Damalu
Damalu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Barbil to Damalu is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Damalu is about 187 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damalu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damalu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Damalu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damalu 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 Damalu
Where is Damalu located?
Damalu village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damalu?
The Gram Panchayat of Damalu is Sasyakela.
What is the pincode of Damalu?
The pincode of Damalu is 770040.
What is the population of Damalu?
Damalu has a total population of 630, including 292 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Damalu?
There are 134 households in Damalu.
What is the literacy rate in Damalu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damalu is 53.65%. Male literacy is 62.67% and female literacy is 45.86%.