Damda
About Damda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Damda village is 330969. Damda village is located in Purulia I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.1km away from Purulia, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Damda village. As per 2009 stats, Durku is the gram panchayat of Damda village.
The total geographical area of village is 340.75 hectares. Damda has a total population of 3,302 peoples, out of which male population is 1,711 while female population is 1,591. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 929 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of damda village is 51.21% out of which 60.84% males and 40.85% females are literate. There are about 544 houses in damda village. Pincode of damda village locality is 723102.
When it comes to administration, Damda village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Damda village comes under Balarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Puruliya is nearest town to damda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Damda
The population details of Damda cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,302 | 1,711 | 1,591 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 592 | 319 | 273 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 483 | 248 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 116 | 54 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 1,691 | 1,041 | 650 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,611 | 670 | 941 |
Connectivity of Damda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Damda
Where is Damda located?
Damda village is situated in Purulia I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damda?
The Gram Panchayat of Damda is Durku (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Damda?
The pincode of Damda is 723102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Damda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Damda is 3,302, with 1,711 males and 1,591 females.
How many households are there in Damda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Damda village has a total of 544 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Damda is 51.21%. The male literacy rate is 60.84%, while the female literacy rate is 40.85%.