Danda Damraoa - Yamkeshwar, Pauri Garhwal
Danda Damraoa is a village situated in the Yamkeshwar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from Yamkeshwar and around 175 km from Pauri. Asho Damrada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Danda Damraoa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danda Damraoa is 048718. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.51 hectares and falls under the 246121 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Danda Damraoa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Danda Damraoa
According to the 2011 Census, Danda Damraoa village had a total population of 225 people, including 115 males and 110 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.18%, with male literacy at 98.06% and female literacy at 79.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 225 | 115 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 101 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 14 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Danda Damraoa
Danda Damraoa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aso Damarara | West | 1.22 km |
| Vithani | South | 1.24 km |
| Pilkheri | East | 1.38 km |
| Timali Bari | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Pata | North | 1.63 km |
| Uniyal Damarada | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Dunda Ankara | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Jiya Damrada | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Chai Damrada | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Dhunga Walara | South-East | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Danda Damraoa
Danda Damraoa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.5 km.
| 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 Rishikesh to Danda Damraoa is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Danda Damraoa is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danda Damraoa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danda Damraoa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Danda Damraoa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danda Damraoa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Danda Damraoa
Where is Danda Damraoa located?
Danda Damraoa village is located in Yamkeshwar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danda Damraoa?
The Gram Panchayat of Danda Damraoa is Asho Damrada.
What is the pincode of Danda Damraoa?
The pincode of Danda Damraoa is 246121.
What is the population of Danda Damraoa?
Danda Damraoa had a total population of 225, including 115 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Danda Damraoa?
Danda Damraoa had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danda Damraoa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danda Damraoa was 89.18%. Male literacy was 98.06% and female literacy was 79.12%.