Dumka
About Dumka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dumka village is 519656. Dumka village is located in Dhanpur taluka of Dohad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanpur (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Dohad. As per 2009 stats, Dumka village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 514.26 hectares. Dumka has a total population of 2,673 peoples, out of which male population is 1,298 while female population is 1,375. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1059 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dumka village is 37.52% out of which 43.99% males and 31.42% females are literate. There are about 410 houses in dumka village. Pincode of dumka village locality is 389382.
When it comes to administration, Dumka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dumka village comes under Garbada Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dahod Lok Sabha constituency. Devgadbaria is nearest town to dumka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Dumka
The population details of Dumka cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,673 | 1,298 | 1,375 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 584 | 297 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,929 | 933 | 996 |
| Literate Population | 1,003 | 571 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,670 | 727 | 943 |
Connectivity of Dumka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dumka
Where is Dumka located?
Dumka village is situated in Dhanpur Taluka, within the Dohad district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumka?
Dumka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dumka?
The pincode of Dumka is 389382, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dumka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dumka is 2,673, with 1,298 males and 1,375 females.
How many households are there in Dumka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dumka village has a total of 410 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dumka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dumka is 37.52%. The male literacy rate is 43.99%, while the female literacy rate is 31.42%.