Dumbu
Dumbu is a village located in Balumath subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Balumath (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Jhabar is the gram panchayat of Dumbu village.
Dumbu has its own place in the vibrant Latehar 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 Dumbu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dumbu is 367374. The village spans a total geographical area of 407 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822126. Balumat is nearest town to Dumbu village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dumbu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dumbu
Population of Dumbu
Below is a concise population overview of Dumbu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 776 | 397 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 57 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 102 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 241 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 156 | 209 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dumbu village:
- The total population of Dumbu village is around 776, including approximately 397 males and 379 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 113 children aged 0–6 years in Dumbu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dumbu village has 64 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 210 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dumbu village is about 52.96%, with male literacy at 60.71% and female literacy at 44.85%.
- There are around 187 households in Dumbu village.
Connectivity of Dumbu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dumbu. As per the 2011 stats, Dumbu 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dumbu
Knowing the nearby villages of Dumbu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dumbu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dumbu
- Where is Dumbu located?
- Dumbu village is situated in Balumath Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dumbu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dumbu is Jhabar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dumbu?
- The pincode of Dumbu is 822126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dumbu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dumbu is 776, with 397 males and 379 females.
- How many households are there in Dumbu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dumbu village has a total of 187 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dumbu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dumbu is 52.96%. The male literacy rate is 60.71%, while the female literacy rate is 44.85%.