Dumaria - Belhar, Banka
Dumaria is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Dumariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumaria is 241511. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 813207 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Dumaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dumaria
As per Census 2011, Dumaria village has a total population of 2,959 people, consisting of 1,548 males and 1,411 females. The village has 612 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 475 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,651 literate and 1,308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,959 | 1,548 | 1,411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 252 | 223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 166 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,651 | 995 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,308 | 553 | 755 |
Nearby Villages of Dumaria
Dumaria 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 Dumaria
Dumaria is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Dumaria is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumaria 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dumaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumaria 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dumaria
Where is Dumaria located?
Dumaria village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumaria is Dumariya.
What is the pincode of Dumaria?
The pincode of Dumaria is 813207.
What is the population of Dumaria?
Dumaria has a total population of 2,959, including 1,548 males and 1,411 females.
How many households are there in Dumaria?
There are 612 households in Dumaria.
What is the literacy rate in Dumaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumaria is 55.80%. Male literacy is 64.28% and female literacy is 46.49%.