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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrawasti Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Damama
As per Census 2011, Damama village has a total population of 952 people, consisting of 508 males and 444 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 392 literate and 560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 952 | 508 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 91 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 115 | 90 |
| 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 has a total population of 952, including 508 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Damama?
There are 174 households in Damama.
What is the literacy rate in Damama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damama is 41.18%. Male literacy is 52.17% and female literacy is 28.60%.