Dumrail - Puraini, Madhepura
Dumrail is a village situated in the Puraini subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraini and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Ganeshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumrail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumrail is 226159. The village covers a total geographical area of 446 hectares and falls under the 852116 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dumrail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dumrail
As per Census 2011, Dumrail village has a total population of 4,206 people, consisting of 2,193 males and 2,013 females. The village has 793 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 923 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,472 literate and 2,734 illiterate residents. Additionally, 503 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumrail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,206 | 2,193 | 2,013 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 923 | 450 | 473 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 503 | 256 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 1,472 | 887 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,734 | 1,306 | 1,428 |
Nearby Villages of Dumrail
Dumrail 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 Dumrail
Dumrail is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Dumrail is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Dumrail is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumrail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumrail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dumrail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumrail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dumrail
Where is Dumrail located?
Dumrail village is located in Puraini Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumrail?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumrail is Ganeshpur.
What is the pincode of Dumrail?
The pincode of Dumrail is 852116.
What is the population of Dumrail?
Dumrail has a total population of 4,206, including 2,193 males and 2,013 females.
How many households are there in Dumrail?
There are 793 households in Dumrail.
What is the literacy rate in Dumrail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumrail is 35.00%. Male literacy is 40.45% and female literacy is 29.06%.