Dhuma

Dhuma is a village located in Kota tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kota (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Dhuma village is also a gram panchayat.

Dhuma has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dhuma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhuma is 438017. The village spans a total geographical area of 1102.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495116. Kota is nearest town to Dhuma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dhuma village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kota Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dhuma

Below is a concise population overview of Dhuma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,326 1,667 1,659
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 612 303 309
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,272 632 640
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,092 539 553
Literate Population 1,706 1,022 684
Illiterate Population 1,620 645 975

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhuma village:

  • The total population of Dhuma village is around 3,326, including approximately 1,667 males and 1,659 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 612 children aged 0–6 years in Dhuma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhuma village has 1,272 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,092 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhuma village is about 51.29%, with male literacy at 61.31% and female literacy at 41.23%.
  • There are around 853 households in Dhuma village.

Connectivity of Dhuma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhuma. As per the 2011 stats, Dhuma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhuma

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhuma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhuma.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhuma

Where is Dhuma located?
Dhuma village is situated in Kota Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuma?
Dhuma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhuma?
The pincode of Dhuma is 495116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhuma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhuma is 3,326, with 1,667 males and 1,659 females.
How many households are there in Dhuma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhuma village has a total of 853 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhuma is 51.29%. The male literacy rate is 61.31%, while the female literacy rate is 41.23%.