Damumura - Gobindpur, Dhanbad
Damumura is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Birajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damumura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damumura is 361677. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.57 hectares and falls under the 828109 pincode.
Damumura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damumura
According to the 2011 Census, Damumura village had a total population of 194 people, including 100 males and 94 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.49%, with male literacy at 89.01% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 194 | 100 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 81 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 19 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Damumura
Damumura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumariatanr | North-East | 0.65 km |
| Panrekenali | North-West | 0.71 km |
| Chhatatanr | North-East | 0.89 km |
| Jaipur | North-West | 1.07 km |
| Birajpur | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Majhiladi | East | 1.36 km |
| Morepahad | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Sapanpur | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Sadhubad | South | 1.65 km |
| Radhanagar | North | 1.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Damumura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Damumura. The nearest railway station is Tetulmari, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Damumura is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damumura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damumura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Damumura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damumura 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Damumura
Where is Damumura located?
Damumura village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damumura?
The Gram Panchayat of Damumura is Birajpur.
What is the pincode of Damumura?
The pincode of Damumura is 828109.
What is the population of Damumura?
Damumura had a total population of 194, including 100 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Damumura?
Damumura had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damumura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damumura was 78.49%. Male literacy was 89.01% and female literacy was 66.67%.