Dhuma Mal - Ghansaur, Seoni
Dhuma Mal is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Dhumamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhuma Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuma Mal is 496217. The village covers a total geographical area of 543.15 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Dhuma Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhuma Mal
As per Census 2011, Dhuma Mal village has a total population of 1,203 people, consisting of 608 males and 595 females. The village has 323 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 724 literate and 479 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,096 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhuma Mal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,203 | 608 | 595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 79 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,096 | 553 | 543 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 433 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 175 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuma Mal
Dhuma Mal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chutka | North | 2.42 km |
| Patha | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Tatighat | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Rajgarh | South | 3.59 km |
| Pipartola | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Singodha | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Budhna | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Umardih | South-East | 4.56 km |
| Roto | West | 4.59 km |
| Kunda | North | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhuma Mal
Dhuma Mal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ghonsor, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Dhuma Mal is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Dhuma Mal is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhuma Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuma Mal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhuma Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuma Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhuma Mal
Where is Dhuma Mal located?
Dhuma Mal village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuma Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuma Mal is Dhumamal.
What is the pincode of Dhuma Mal?
The pincode of Dhuma Mal is 480997.
What is the population of Dhuma Mal?
Dhuma Mal has a total population of 1,203, including 608 males and 595 females.
How many households are there in Dhuma Mal?
There are 323 households in Dhuma Mal.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuma Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuma Mal is 60.18%. Male literacy is 71.22% and female literacy is 48.91%.