Dumarkona - Sanna, Jashpur
Dumarkona is a village situated in the Sanna tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 50 km from Bagicha and around 64 km from Jashpur Nagar. Dumarkona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumarkona is 433608. The village covers a total geographical area of 2545.94 hectares and falls under the 496336 pincode. Bagicha is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dumarkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumarkona
As per Census 2011, Dumarkona village has a total population of 2,272 people, consisting of 1,144 males and 1,128 females. The village has 479 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 465 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 886 literate and 1,386 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,806 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumarkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,272 | 1,144 | 1,128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 247 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,806 | 907 | 899 |
| Literate Population | 886 | 559 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,386 | 585 | 801 |
Nearby Villages of Dumarkona
Dumarkona is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhichhli-a | North | 4.51 km |
| Gindha | South-East | 5.01 km |
| Chepra Kona | West | 5.09 km |
| Kandrai | South-West | 5.15 km |
| Sanna | South-West | 5.20 km |
| Chalni | North-West | 5.76 km |
| Sarai Toli | South | 5.96 km |
| Amgaon | East | 6.04 km |
| Andharjhar | North-East | 6.19 km |
| Serdih | South | 6.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dumarkona
Dumarkona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.2 km.
| 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 Bagicha to Dumarkona is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Dumarkona is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumarkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumarkona 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 Dumarkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumarkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dumarkona
Where is Dumarkona located?
Dumarkona village is located in Sanna Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumarkona?
Dumarkona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dumarkona?
The pincode of Dumarkona is 496336.
What is the population of Dumarkona?
Dumarkona has a total population of 2,272, including 1,144 males and 1,128 females.
How many households are there in Dumarkona?
There are 479 households in Dumarkona.
What is the literacy rate in Dumarkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumarkona is 39.00%. Male literacy is 48.86% and female literacy is 28.99%.