Dumerchuan - Kantabanji, Balangir
Dumerchuan is a village situated in the Kantabanji tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kantabanji and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Hial serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumerchuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumerchuan is 421197. The village covers a total geographical area of 330 hectares and falls under the 767039 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dumerchuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantabanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumerchuan
As per Census 2011, Dumerchuan village has a total population of 1,333 people, consisting of 661 males and 672 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 516 literate and 817 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 553 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumerchuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,333 | 661 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 126 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 75 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 553 | 286 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 338 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 817 | 323 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Dumerchuan
Dumerchuan 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 Dumerchuan
Dumerchuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dumerchuan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kantabanji to Dumerchuan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Dumerchuan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumerchuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumerchuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dumerchuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumerchuan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dumerchuan
Where is Dumerchuan located?
Dumerchuan village is located in Kantabanji Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumerchuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumerchuan is Hial.
What is the pincode of Dumerchuan?
The pincode of Dumerchuan is 767039.
What is the population of Dumerchuan?
Dumerchuan has a total population of 1,333, including 661 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Dumerchuan?
There are 316 households in Dumerchuan.
What is the literacy rate in Dumerchuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumerchuan is 38.71%. Male literacy is 51.13% and female literacy is 26.49%.