Dhumansoor - Homnabad, Bidar
Dhumansoor is a village situated in the Homnabad taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Homnabad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Dhumunsur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhumansoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhumansoor is 600294. The village covers a total geographical area of 2290.66 hectares and falls under the 585353 pincode. Homnabad is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Dhumansoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Homnabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhumansoor
As per Census 2011, Dhumansoor village has a total population of 3,875 people, consisting of 1,972 males and 1,903 females. The village has 776 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 508 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,175 literate and 1,700 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,491 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 633 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhumansoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,875 | 1,972 | 1,903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 508 | 266 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,491 | 773 | 718 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 633 | 317 | 316 |
| Literate Population | 2,175 | 1,267 | 908 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,700 | 705 | 995 |
Nearby Villages of Dhumansoor
Dhumansoor is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinkera | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Maniknagar | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Kankatta | North-West | 4.78 km |
| Humnabad (rural) | South | 4.87 km |
| Sedol | North | 4.93 km |
| Gadawanti | South-West | 5.12 km |
| Jalasangi | East | 5.67 km |
| Warwatti (k) | North-East | 5.85 km |
| Hudgi | South-East | 6.26 km |
| Sonkhera | North | 6.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhumansoor
Dhumansoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Halbarga, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Homnabad to Dhumansoor is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Dhumansoor is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhumansoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhumansoor 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhumansoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhumansoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dhumansoor
Where is Dhumansoor located?
Dhumansoor village is located in Homnabad Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhumansoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhumansoor is Dhumunsur.
What is the pincode of Dhumansoor?
The pincode of Dhumansoor is 585353.
What is the population of Dhumansoor?
Dhumansoor has a total population of 3,875, including 1,972 males and 1,903 females.
How many households are there in Dhumansoor?
There are 776 households in Dhumansoor.
What is the literacy rate in Dhumansoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhumansoor is 56.13%. Male literacy is 64.25% and female literacy is 47.71%.