Dumarkola - Khaira, Jamui
Dumarkola is a village situated in the Khaira subdivision of Jamui district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaira and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jamui. Amari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumarkola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumarkola is 259090. The village covers a total geographical area of 481 hectares and falls under the 811317 pincode. Jamui is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dumarkola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sikandra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamui Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumarkola
As per Census 2011, Dumarkola village has a total population of 3,775 people, consisting of 2,024 males and 1,751 females. The village has 583 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 710 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,931 literate and 1,844 illiterate residents. Additionally, 727 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumarkola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,775 | 2,024 | 1,751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 710 | 382 | 328 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 727 | 389 | 338 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,931 | 1,168 | 763 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,844 | 856 | 988 |
Nearby Villages of Dumarkola
Dumarkola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharui | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Nauniatanr | East | 1.82 km |
| Khutauna | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Mahapur Khurd | North | 1.96 km |
| Dharampur | North | 2.09 km |
| Bariarpur | West | 2.37 km |
| Khaira | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Amari | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Kashmir | South | 2.87 km |
| Piri | North | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dumarkola
Dumarkola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chaura, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jamui to Dumarkola is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumarkola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumarkola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dumarkola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumarkola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dumarkola
Where is Dumarkola located?
Dumarkola village is located in Khaira Subdivision, Jamui district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumarkola?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumarkola is Amari.
What is the pincode of Dumarkola?
The pincode of Dumarkola is 811317.
What is the population of Dumarkola?
Dumarkola has a total population of 3,775, including 2,024 males and 1,751 females.
How many households are there in Dumarkola?
There are 583 households in Dumarkola.
What is the literacy rate in Dumarkola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumarkola is 51.15%. Male literacy is 57.71% and female literacy is 43.58%.