Damupur - Bhiti, Ambedkar Nagar
Damupur is a village situated in the Bhiti tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiti and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Narayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damupur is 168495. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.51 hectares and falls under the 224152 pincode. Gosaiganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Damupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Damupur
According to the 2011 Census, Damupur village had a total population of 256 people, including 140 males and 116 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.40%, with male literacy at 83.90% and female literacy at 59.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100.
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 | 256 | 140 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 56 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 99 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 41 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Damupur
Damupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raimalpur | South-West | 0.77 km |
| Bhavanipur | North-West | 0.78 km |
| Gopalpur Chaudhry | North-East | 0.89 km |
| Miura | East | 1.08 km |
| Ratnatpur | South | 1.21 km |
| Rukmagadpur | North | 1.29 km |
| Lakhepur | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Ahiroule | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Basohare | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Kajepur | South | 1.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Damupur
Damupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Katahri, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gosaiganj to Damupur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Damupur is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Damupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damupur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Damupur
Where is Damupur located?
Damupur village is located in Bhiti Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Damupur is Narayanpur.
What is the pincode of Damupur?
The pincode of Damupur is 224152.
What is the population of Damupur?
Damupur had a total population of 256, including 140 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Damupur?
Damupur had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damupur was 72.40%. Male literacy was 83.90% and female literacy was 59.22%.