Dumam

Dumam is a village located in Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 26km away from Dantewada, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dumam village. As per 2009 stats, Kawadgaon is the gram panchayat of Dumam village.

Dumam has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada 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 Dumam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dumam is 450112. The village spans a total geographical area of 589.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494449. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Dumam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dumam 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 Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar 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 Dumam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 523 228 295
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 98 39 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 459 196 263
Literate Population 103 74 29
Illiterate Population 420 154 266

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

  • The total population of Dumam village is around 523, including approximately 228 males and 295 females, with a sex ratio of 1293 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 98 children aged 0–6 years in Dumam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dumam village has 459 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dumam village is about 19.69%, with male literacy at 32.46% and female literacy at 9.83%.
  • There are around 105 households in Dumam village.

Connectivity of Dumam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dumam. As per the 2011 stats, Dumam 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dumam

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dumam

Where is Dumam located?
Dumam village is situated in Dantewada Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumam?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumam is Kawadgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dumam?
The pincode of Dumam is 494449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dumam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dumam is 523, with 228 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Dumam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dumam village has a total of 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dumam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dumam is 19.69%. The male literacy rate is 32.46%, while the female literacy rate is 9.83%.