Duma

Duma is a village located in Purbi Tundi subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Purbi Tundi* (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Mairanawatand is the gram panchayat of Duma village.

Duma has its own place in the vibrant Dhanbad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Duma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Duma is 361212. The village spans a total geographical area of 272.79 hectares. Dhanbad is nearest town to Duma village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Duma

Below is a concise population overview of Duma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,244 643 601
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 178 102 76
Scheduled Castes (SC) 30 16 14
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 272 141 131
Literate Population 652 416 236
Illiterate Population 592 227 365

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Duma village:

  • The total population of Duma village is around 1,244, including approximately 643 males and 601 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 178 children aged 0–6 years in Duma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Duma village has 30 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 272 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Duma village is about 52.41%, with male literacy at 64.70% and female literacy at 39.27%.
  • There are around 257 households in Duma village.

Connectivity of Duma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Duma. As per the 2011 stats, Duma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Duma

Knowing the nearby villages of Duma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Duma.

Santaldi Alias Gopaldi Korea Bejdi Palubera Chunudi Kirthadi Birajdi Kurkutanr Saharpur Chepkia Hatsara

Frequently Asked Questions about Duma

Where is Duma located?
Duma village is situated in Purbi Tundi Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Duma?
The Gram Panchayat of Duma is Mairanawatand (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Duma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Duma is 1,244, with 643 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Duma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Duma village has a total of 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Duma is 52.41%. The male literacy rate is 64.70%, while the female literacy rate is 39.27%.