Dumnikura - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Dumnikura is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumnikura is 275993. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Dumnikura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumnikura
As per Census 2011, Dumnikura village has a total population of 481 people, consisting of 258 males and 223 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 432 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumnikura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 481 | 258 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 432 | 213 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 148 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 110 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Dumnikura
Dumnikura 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 Dumnikura
Dumnikura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Baghmara to Dumnikura is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumnikura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumnikura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dumnikura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumnikura 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 Dumnikura
Where is Dumnikura located?
Dumnikura village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dumnikura?
The pincode of Dumnikura is 794103.
What is the population of Dumnikura?
Dumnikura has a total population of 481, including 258 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Dumnikura?
There are 86 households in Dumnikura.
What is the literacy rate in Dumnikura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumnikura is 47.61%. Male literacy is 57.36% and female literacy is 36.32%.