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
According to the 2011 Census, Dumerchuan village had a total population of 1,333 people, including 661 males and 672 females, living in 316 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.36%, with male literacy at 63.18% and female literacy at 30.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 553.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,333, including 661 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Dumerchuan?
Dumerchuan had 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dumerchuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumerchuan was 46.36%. Male literacy was 63.18% and female literacy was 30.80%.