Damar - Basukedar, Rudraprayag
Damar is a village situated in the Basukedar tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Ukhimath and around 31 km from Rudraprayag. Temriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damar is 042215. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.23 hectares and falls under the 246419 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Damar 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 Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damar
According to the 2011 Census, Damar village had a total population of 515 people, including 260 males and 255 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.78%, with male literacy at 89.57% and female literacy at 69.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.
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 | 515 | 260 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 52 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 206 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 54 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Damar
Damar 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 Damar
Damar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Rudraprayag to Damar is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Damar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damar 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 Damar
Where is Damar located?
Damar village is located in Basukedar Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damar?
The Gram Panchayat of Damar is Temriya.
What is the pincode of Damar?
The pincode of Damar is 246419.
What is the population of Damar?
Damar had a total population of 515, including 260 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Damar?
Damar had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damar was 79.78%. Male literacy was 89.57% and female literacy was 69.55%.