Damda

Damda is a village located in Manbazar I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Manbazar (tehsildar office) and 36.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Bisri is the gram panchayat of Damda village.

Damda has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Damda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Damda is 332032. The village spans a total geographical area of 209.58 hectares. Puruliya is nearest town to Damda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Damda

Below is a concise population overview of Damda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,161 1,102 1,059
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 329 162 167
Scheduled Castes (SC) 440 225 215
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 207 103 104
Literate Population 1,057 686 371
Illiterate Population 1,104 416 688

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Damda village:

  • The total population of Damda village is around 2,161, including approximately 1,102 males and 1,059 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 329 children aged 0–6 years in Damda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Damda village has 440 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 207 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Damda village is about 48.91%, with male literacy at 62.25% and female literacy at 35.03%.
  • There are around 497 households in Damda village.

Connectivity of Damda

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Damda

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

Basudebpur Baghkhuar Durku Mohandi Tukya Kalabai Alias Bamandiha Kesya Mahilidi Baliguma Birjidi Turang

Frequently Asked Questions about Damda

Where is Damda located?
Damda village is situated in Manbazar I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damda?
The Gram Panchayat of Damda is Bisri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Damda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Damda is 2,161, with 1,102 males and 1,059 females.
How many households are there in Damda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Damda village has a total of 497 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Damda is 48.91%. The male literacy rate is 62.25%, while the female literacy rate is 35.03%.