Dumar - Jabera, Damoh
Dumar is a village situated in the Jabera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jabera and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Doomar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumar is 462585. The village covers a total geographical area of 311.15 hectares and falls under the 470663 pincode. Jabera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dumar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dumar
As per Census 2011, Dumar village has a total population of 1,058 people, consisting of 533 males and 525 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 642 literate and 416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 216 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,058 | 533 | 525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 68 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 103 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 376 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 157 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Dumar
Dumar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Simri Jalam | North | 1.82 km |
| Chopra Choubisa | East | 2.22 km |
| Pati Maharaj Singh | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Badguwan | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Lakhni | North | 4.09 km |
| Devri | West | 4.25 km |
| Harduwa Summersing | South-East | 4.28 km |
| Chilod | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Majguwanmangarh | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Hinoti Ajam | North | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dumar
Dumar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gola Pati, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabera to Dumar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Dumar is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dumar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dumar
Where is Dumar located?
Dumar village is located in Jabera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumar is Doomar.
What is the pincode of Dumar?
The pincode of Dumar is 470663.
What is the population of Dumar?
Dumar has a total population of 1,058, including 533 males and 525 females.
How many households are there in Dumar?
There are 280 households in Dumar.
What is the literacy rate in Dumar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumar is 60.68%. Male literacy is 70.54% and female literacy is 50.67%.