Damerakunta - Kataram, Jayashankar Bhupalapally
Damerakunta is a village situated in the Kataram mandal of Jayashankar Bhupalapally district, Telangana. It is located approximately 18 km from Kataram and around 100 km from Karimnagar. Damerakunta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damerakunta is 571818. The village covers a total geographical area of 906 hectares and falls under the 505503 pincode. Ramagundam is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Damerakunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damerakunta
According to the 2011 Census, Damerakunta village had a total population of 2,903 people, including 1,429 males and 1,474 females, living in 794 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.33%, with male literacy at 70.34% and female literacy at 46.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 901, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 2,903 | 1,429 | 1,474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 151 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 901 | 451 | 450 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,527 | 899 | 628 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,376 | 530 | 846 |
Nearby Villages of Damerakunta
Damerakunta 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 Damerakunta
Damerakunta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ramagundam to Damerakunta is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karimnagar to Damerakunta is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damerakunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damerakunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Damerakunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damerakunta 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 Damerakunta
Where is Damerakunta located?
Damerakunta village is located in Kataram Mandal, Jayashankar Bhupalapally district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damerakunta?
Damerakunta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Damerakunta?
The pincode of Damerakunta is 505503.
What is the population of Damerakunta?
Damerakunta had a total population of 2,903, including 1,429 males and 1,474 females.
How many households are there in Damerakunta?
Damerakunta had 794 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damerakunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damerakunta was 58.33%. Male literacy was 70.34% and female literacy was 46.87%.