Dumduma - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Dumduma is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumduma is 272906. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumduma
According to the 2011 Census, Dumduma village had a total population of 155 people, including 78 males and 77 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.66%, with male literacy at 62.69% and female literacy at 52.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 155 | 78 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 78 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 36 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Dumduma
Dumduma 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 Dumduma
Dumduma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Tura to Dumduma is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumduma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumduma 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 Dumduma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumduma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dumduma
Where is Dumduma located?
Dumduma village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dumduma?
The pincode of Dumduma is 794104.
What is the population of Dumduma?
Dumduma had a total population of 155, including 78 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Dumduma?
Dumduma had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dumduma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumduma was 57.66%. Male literacy was 62.69% and female literacy was 52.86%.