Damde Or - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Damde Or is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Damde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damde Or village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damde Or is 050115. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.34 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Damde Or 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damde Or
According to the 2011 Census, Damde Or village had a total population of 894 people, including 451 males and 443 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.67%, with male literacy at 86.38% and female literacy at 53.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 657.
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 | 894 | 451 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 84 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 657 | 324 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 526 | 317 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 134 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Damde Or
Damde Or 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 Damde Or
Public transport in the Damde Or is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Damde Or is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damde Or
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damde Or village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Damde Or
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damde Or village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Damde Or
Where is Damde Or located?
Damde Or village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damde Or?
The Gram Panchayat of Damde Or is Damde.
What is the pincode of Damde Or?
The pincode of Damde Or is 262522.
What is the population of Damde Or?
Damde Or had a total population of 894, including 451 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Damde Or?
Damde Or had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damde Or?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damde Or was 69.67%. Male literacy was 86.38% and female literacy was 53.87%.