Dumarbhawana - Batouli, Surguja
Dumarbhawana is a village situated in the Batouli tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batouli and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Balampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumarbhawana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumarbhawana is 433512. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.61 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dumarbhawana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumarbhawana
As per Census 2011, Dumarbhawana village has a total population of 803 people, consisting of 397 males and 406 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 439 literate and 364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 663 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumarbhawana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 803 | 397 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 663 | 322 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 255 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 142 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Dumarbhawana
Dumarbhawana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balampur | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Ratanpur | West | 1.74 km |
| Poksari | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Mangari | North | 2.84 km |
| Jajga | South | 2.96 km |
| Kapatbahari | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Vishunpur | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Karabel | South-East | 4.82 km |
| Chiparkaya | North-West | 5.07 km |
| Kot | West | 5.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dumarbhawana
Dumarbhawana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.5 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 Sitapur to Dumarbhawana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Dumarbhawana is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumarbhawana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumarbhawana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dumarbhawana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumarbhawana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dumarbhawana
Where is Dumarbhawana located?
Dumarbhawana village is located in Batouli Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumarbhawana?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumarbhawana is Balampur.
What is the pincode of Dumarbhawana?
The pincode of Dumarbhawana is 497101.
What is the population of Dumarbhawana?
Dumarbhawana has a total population of 803, including 397 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Dumarbhawana?
There are 204 households in Dumarbhawana.
What is the literacy rate in Dumarbhawana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumarbhawana is 54.67%. Male literacy is 64.23% and female literacy is 45.32%.