Dammur - Palimela, Jayashankar Bhupalapally
Dammur is a village situated in the Palimela mandal of Jayashankar Bhupalapally district, Telangana. It is located approximately 47 km from Mahadevpur and around 160 km from Karimnagar. Dammur village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dammur is 571891. The village covers a total geographical area of 334 hectares and falls under the 505504 pincode. Ramagundam is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Dammur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dammur
According to the 2011 Census, Dammur village had a total population of 287 people, including 147 males and 140 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.00%, with male literacy at 12.70% and female literacy at 15.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 200.
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 | 287 | 147 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 102 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 131 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Dammur
Dammur 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 Dammur
Dammur 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 >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 Ramagundam to Dammur is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karimnagar to Dammur is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dammur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dammur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dammur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dammur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dammur
Where is Dammur located?
Dammur village is located in Palimela Mandal, Jayashankar Bhupalapally district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Dammur?
Dammur is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dammur?
The pincode of Dammur is 505504.
What is the population of Dammur?
Dammur had a total population of 287, including 147 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Dammur?
Dammur had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dammur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dammur was 14.00%. Male literacy was 12.70% and female literacy was 15.32%.