Dumar Balakot - Patharia, Damoh
Dumar Balakot is a village situated in the Patharia tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patharia and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Jhagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumar Balakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumar Balakot is 462190. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 470672 pincode. Damoh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Dumar Balakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dumar Balakot
According to the 2011 Census, Dumar Balakot village had a total population of 346 people, including 181 males and 165 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.28%, with male literacy at 89.54% and female literacy at 76.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 346 | 181 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 137 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 44 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Dumar Balakot
Dumar Balakot 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 Dumar Balakot
Dumar Balakot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Damoh to Dumar Balakot is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumar Balakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumar Balakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dumar Balakot
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 Balakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dumar Balakot
Where is Dumar Balakot located?
Dumar Balakot village is located in Patharia Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dumar Balakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumar Balakot is Jhagar.
What is the pincode of Dumar Balakot?
The pincode of Dumar Balakot is 470672.
What is the population of Dumar Balakot?
Dumar Balakot had a total population of 346, including 181 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Dumar Balakot?
Dumar Balakot had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dumar Balakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumar Balakot was 83.28%. Male literacy was 89.54% and female literacy was 76.71%.