Dulmi - Rahe, Ranchi
Dulmi is a village situated in the Rahe subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bundu and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Lowahatu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dulmi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dulmi is 373769. The village covers a total geographical area of 522 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode.
Dulmi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Silli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranchi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dulmi
According to the 2011 Census, Dulmi village had a total population of 1,043 people, including 555 males and 488 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.80%, with male literacy at 89.17% and female literacy at 60.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 254.
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 | 1,043 | 555 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 75 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 254 | 137 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 686 | 428 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 127 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Dulmi
Dulmi 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 Dulmi
Dulmi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ranchi to Dulmi is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dulmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dulmi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dulmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dulmi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dulmi
Where is Dulmi located?
Dulmi village is located in Rahe Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dulmi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dulmi is Lowahatu.
What is the pincode of Dulmi?
The pincode of Dulmi is 834001.
What is the population of Dulmi?
Dulmi had a total population of 1,043, including 555 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Dulmi?
Dulmi had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dulmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dulmi was 75.80%. Male literacy was 89.17% and female literacy was 60.71%.