Dhuma

Dhuma is a village located in Dhamdha tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dhamdha (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Ghotwani is the gram panchayat of Dhuma village.

Dhuma has its own place in the vibrant Durg 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 442445. The village spans a total geographical area of 408.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491331. Dhamdha is nearest town to Dhuma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km 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 Saja Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Durg 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 708 357 351
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 102 53 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) 54 25 29
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8 4 4
Literate Population 431 249 182
Illiterate Population 277 108 169

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

  • The total population of Dhuma village is around 708, including approximately 357 males and 351 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 102 children aged 0–6 years in Dhuma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhuma village has 54 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhuma village is about 60.88%, with male literacy at 69.75% and female literacy at 51.85%.
  • There are around 145 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 10+ 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 Dhamdha Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuma?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuma is Ghotwani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhuma?
The pincode of Dhuma is 491331, 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 708, with 357 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Dhuma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhuma village has a total of 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhuma is 60.88%. The male literacy rate is 69.75%, while the female literacy rate is 51.85%.