Damra

Damra is a village located in Gangajalghati subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.5km away from sub-district headquarter Amarkanan. Bankura is the district headquarter of Damra village. As per 2009 stats, Banashuria is the gram panchayat of Damra village.

Here you can discover what makes Damra unique in its vibrant Gangajalghati-Bankura region. You’ll see Damra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Damra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Damra is 326219. The village spans a total geographical area of 104.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722143. Bankura is nearest town to Damra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

When it comes to local governance, Damra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saltora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bankura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Damra

Population of Damra

According to the 2011 Census, Damra has a total population of about 504, with approximately 251 males and 253 females. The sex ratio is around 1007 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 47 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.80%, with male literacy at about 86.45% and female literacy near 63.24%. There are around 94 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Damra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Damra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Damra. As per the 2011 stats, Damra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Damra

Knowing the nearby villages of Damra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Damra.

Frequently Asked Questions about Damra