Dhuma - Dhamdha, Durg
Dhuma is a village situated in the Dhamdha tehsil of Durg district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamdha and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Durg. Ghotwani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhuma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuma is 442445. The village covers a total geographical area of 408.69 hectares and falls under the 491331 pincode. Dhamdha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dhuma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Durg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhuma
As per Census 2011, Dhuma village has a total population of 708 people, consisting of 357 males and 351 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 431 literate and 277 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhuma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuma
Dhuma 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 Dhuma
Dhuma is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhamdha to Dhuma is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Dhuma is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhuma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhuma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhuma
Where is Dhuma located?
Dhuma village is located in Dhamdha Tehsil, Durg district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuma?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuma is Ghotwani.
What is the pincode of Dhuma?
The pincode of Dhuma is 491331.
What is the population of Dhuma?
Dhuma has a total population of 708, including 357 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Dhuma?
There are 145 households in Dhuma.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuma is 60.88%. Male literacy is 69.75% and female literacy is 51.85%.