Dumdumuwa - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Dumdumuwa is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Sathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumdumuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumdumuwa is 216823. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.3 hectares and falls under the 845449 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dumdumuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lauriya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumdumuwa
As per Census 2011, Dumdumuwa village has a total population of 1,521 people, consisting of 789 males and 732 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 748 literate and 773 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumdumuwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,521 | 789 | 732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 177 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 473 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 773 | 316 | 457 |
Nearby Villages of Dumdumuwa
Dumdumuwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhataura | West | 0.98 km |
| Sihpur | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Samahuta | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Sathi | West | 2.04 km |
| Somgarh | North | 2.25 km |
| Satwaria | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Dhankutwa | East | 2.98 km |
| Raybarwa | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Lachhnauta | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Barwa Kalan | West | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dumdumuwa
Dumdumuwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rameshwar Nagar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Dumdumuwa is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Dumdumuwa is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumdumuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumdumuwa 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 km |
Health Facilities in Dumdumuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumdumuwa 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dumdumuwa
Where is Dumdumuwa located?
Dumdumuwa village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumdumuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumdumuwa is Sathi.
What is the pincode of Dumdumuwa?
The pincode of Dumdumuwa is 845449.
What is the population of Dumdumuwa?
Dumdumuwa has a total population of 1,521, including 789 males and 732 females.
How many households are there in Dumdumuwa?
There are 278 households in Dumdumuwa.
What is the literacy rate in Dumdumuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumdumuwa is 49.18%. Male literacy is 59.95% and female literacy is 37.57%.