Dumarkol - Shivaji Nagar, Samastipur
Dumarkol is a village situated in the Shivaji Nagar subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shivaji Nagar and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Shankar Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumarkol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumarkol is 236442. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 848117 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dumarkol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rosera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumarkol
As per Census 2011, Dumarkol village has a total population of 869 people, consisting of 446 males and 423 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 360 literate and 509 illiterate residents. Additionally, 388 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumarkol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 869 | 446 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 92 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 191 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 259 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 187 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Dumarkol
Dumarkol 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 Dumarkol
Dumarkol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Rosera to Dumarkol is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Dumarkol is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumarkol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumarkol 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dumarkol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumarkol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dumarkol
Where is Dumarkol located?
Dumarkol village is located in Shivaji Nagar Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumarkol?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumarkol is Shankar Pur.
What is the pincode of Dumarkol?
The pincode of Dumarkol is 848117.
What is the population of Dumarkol?
Dumarkol has a total population of 869, including 446 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Dumarkol?
There are 145 households in Dumarkol.
What is the literacy rate in Dumarkol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumarkol is 41.43%. Male literacy is 58.07% and female literacy is 23.88%.