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
According to the 2011 Census, Dhuma village had a total population of 708 people, including 357 males and 351 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.12%, with male literacy at 81.91% and female literacy at 60.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 708, including 357 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Dhuma?
Dhuma had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuma was 71.12%. Male literacy was 81.91% and female literacy was 60.26%.