Duma

Duma is a village located in Fatehpur subdivision of Jamtara district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Fatehpur* (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Jamtara. As per 2009 stats, Bandarnacha is the gram panchayat of Duma village.

Duma has its own place in the vibrant Jamtara 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 373145. The village spans a total geographical area of 231 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814166. Jamtara 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 558 295 263
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 72 36 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 473 253 220
Literate Population 318 192 126
Illiterate Population 240 103 137

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

  • The total population of Duma village is around 558, including approximately 295 males and 263 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Duma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Duma village has 473 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Duma village is about 56.99%, with male literacy at 65.08% and female literacy at 47.91%.
  • There are around 134 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 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.

Dhakodih Mahulbona Manohar Chak Bandarnacha Lakarchipa Mirgapahari Baghmara Chhota Asna Bamunbandhi Bejbindha Koilabhasa

Frequently Asked Questions about Duma

Where is Duma located?
Duma village is situated in Fatehpur Subdivision, within the Jamtara district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Duma?
The Gram Panchayat of Duma is Bandarnacha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Duma?
The pincode of Duma is 814166, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Duma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Duma is 558, with 295 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Duma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Duma village has a total of 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Duma is 56.99%. The male literacy rate is 65.08%, while the female literacy rate is 47.91%.