Purana Dumria - Jarmundi, Dumka
Purana Dumria is a village situated in the Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jarmundi and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Kala Dumaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purana Dumria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purana Dumria is 369649. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.44 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Purana Dumria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Purana Dumria
According to the 2011 Census, Purana Dumria village had a total population of 265 people, including 122 males and 143 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,172 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.61%, with male literacy at 71.15% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 223.
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 | 265 | 122 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 223 | 105 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 74 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 48 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Purana Dumria
Purana Dumria is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Purana Dumria
Public transport in the Purana Dumria is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Purana Dumria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Purana Dumria is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purana Dumria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purana Dumria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purana Dumria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purana Dumria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Purana Dumria
Where is Purana Dumria located?
Purana Dumria village is located in Jarmundi Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purana Dumria?
The Gram Panchayat of Purana Dumria is Kala Dumaria.
What is the pincode of Purana Dumria?
The pincode of Purana Dumria is 814145.
What is the population of Purana Dumria?
Purana Dumria had a total population of 265, including 122 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Purana Dumria?
Purana Dumria had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purana Dumria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purana Dumria was 62.61%. Male literacy was 71.15% and female literacy was 55.56%.