Dumri - Banke Bazar, Gaya
Dumri is a village situated in the Banke Bazar subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banke Bazar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Lutua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumri is 255857. The village covers a total geographical area of 513 hectares and falls under the 824217 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dumri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dumri
As per Census 2011, Dumri village has a total population of 298 people, consisting of 157 males and 141 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 105 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 298 | 157 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 16 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 81 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 76 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Dumri
Dumri 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 Dumri
Public transport in the Dumri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Dumri is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Dumri is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dumri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumri 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dumri
Where is Dumri located?
Dumri village is located in Banke Bazar Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumri?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumri is Lutua.
What is the pincode of Dumri?
The pincode of Dumri is 824217.
What is the population of Dumri?
Dumri has a total population of 298, including 157 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Dumri?
There are 56 households in Dumri.
What is the literacy rate in Dumri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumri is 41.28%. Male literacy is 51.59% and female literacy is 29.79%.