Damama - Ikauna, Shrawasti
Damama is a village situated in the Ikauna tehsil of Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ikauna and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Bhinga. Auraia Nidhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damama is 173017. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.17 hectares and falls under the 271835 pincode. Ikauna is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Damama 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 Shrawasti Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Damama
According to the 2011 Census, Damama village had a total population of 952 people, including 508 males and 444 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.71%, with male literacy at 63.55% and female literacy at 35.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 205.
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 | 952 | 508 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 91 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 115 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 265 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 560 | 243 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Damama
Damama 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 Damama
Damama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ikauna to Damama is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhinga to Damama is about 33 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 Damama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Damama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damama 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Damama
Where is Damama located?
Damama village is located in Ikauna Tehsil, Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damama?
The Gram Panchayat of Damama is Auraia Nidhan.
What is the pincode of Damama?
The pincode of Damama is 271835.
What is the population of Damama?
Damama had a total population of 952, including 508 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Damama?
Damama had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damama was 50.71%. Male literacy was 63.55% and female literacy was 35.67%.