Dumra - Belsand, Sitamarhi
Dumra is a village situated in the Belsand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belsand and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Dumra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumra is 219448. The village covers a total geographical area of 271 hectares and falls under the 843316 pincode. Belsand is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dumra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dumra
As per Census 2011, Dumra village has a total population of 2,698 people, consisting of 1,407 males and 1,291 females. The village has 645 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 490 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,286 literate and 1,412 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,698 | 1,407 | 1,291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 490 | 264 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 153 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,286 | 777 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,412 | 630 | 782 |
Nearby Villages of Dumra
Dumra 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 Dumra
Dumra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Dumra has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belsand to Dumra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Dumra is about 24 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 Dumra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dumra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumra 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dumra
Where is Dumra located?
Dumra village is located in Belsand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumra?
Dumra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dumra?
The pincode of Dumra is 843316.
What is the population of Dumra?
Dumra has a total population of 2,698, including 1,407 males and 1,291 females.
How many households are there in Dumra?
There are 645 households in Dumra.
What is the literacy rate in Dumra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumra is 47.66%. Male literacy is 55.22% and female literacy is 39.43%.