Dumermunda - Belpara, Balangir
Dumermunda is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Ghagurli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumermunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumermunda is 420934. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dumermunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumermunda
As per Census 2011, Dumermunda village has a total population of 653 people, consisting of 330 males and 323 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 231 literate and 422 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumermunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 653 | 330 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 42 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 163 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 167 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Dumermunda
Dumermunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghagrul | West | 1.31 km |
| Mundagaon | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Palesira | South | 2.01 km |
| Khaliapali | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Barbera | North | 2.76 km |
| Kadali | North | 2.82 km |
| Ghagara | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Chacherbeng | South | 3.54 km |
| Patrapali | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Dhungiamunda | North-East | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dumermunda
Dumermunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Turekala Road, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kantabanji to Dumermunda is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Dumermunda is about 70 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 Dumermunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumermunda 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 Dumermunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumermunda 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 Dumermunda
Where is Dumermunda located?
Dumermunda village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumermunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumermunda is Ghagurli.
What is the pincode of Dumermunda?
The pincode of Dumermunda is 767026.
What is the population of Dumermunda?
Dumermunda has a total population of 653, including 330 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Dumermunda?
There are 184 households in Dumermunda.
What is the literacy rate in Dumermunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumermunda is 35.38%. Male literacy is 49.39% and female literacy is 21.05%.