Damodar Pur - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Damodar Pur is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Damodarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodar Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodar Pur is 203602. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.6 hectares and falls under the 275202 pincode. Sadat is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Damodar Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damodar Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Damodar Pur village had a total population of 558 people, including 262 males and 296 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,130 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.63%, with male literacy at 80.93% and female literacy at 47.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 558 | 262 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 174 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 88 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Damodar Pur
Damodar Pur 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 Damodar Pur
Damodar Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Damodar Pur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sadat to Damodar Pur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Damodar Pur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damodar Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damodar Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Damodar Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damodar Pur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Damodar Pur
Where is Damodar Pur located?
Damodar Pur village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damodar Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodar Pur is Damodarpur.
What is the pincode of Damodar Pur?
The pincode of Damodar Pur is 275202.
What is the population of Damodar Pur?
Damodar Pur had a total population of 558, including 262 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Damodar Pur?
Damodar Pur had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damodar Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damodar Pur was 62.63%. Male literacy was 80.93% and female literacy was 47.27%.