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.
Here you can discover what makes Dumam unique in its vibrant Dantewada-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Dumam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Dumam
Population of Dumam
According to the 2011 Census, Dumam has a total population of about 523, with approximately 228 males and 295 females. The sex ratio is around 1293 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 98 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 459. The overall literacy rate is approximately 19.69%, with male literacy at about 32.46% and female literacy near 9.83%. There are around 105 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dumam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.