Dumeipur - Bhograi, Balasore
Dumeipur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhograi and around 86 km from Baleshwar. Babatia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumeipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumeipur is 391714. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 756039 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Dumeipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumeipur
According to the 2011 Census, Dumeipur village had a total population of 520 people, including 272 males and 248 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.79%, with male literacy at 97.17% and female literacy at 81.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 520 | 272 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 240 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 32 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Dumeipur
Dumeipur 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 Dumeipur
Dumeipur 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 <5 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 Jaleswar to Dumeipur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Dumeipur is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumeipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumeipur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dumeipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumeipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dumeipur
Where is Dumeipur located?
Dumeipur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumeipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumeipur is Babatia.
What is the pincode of Dumeipur?
The pincode of Dumeipur is 756039.
What is the population of Dumeipur?
Dumeipur had a total population of 520, including 272 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Dumeipur?
Dumeipur had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dumeipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumeipur was 89.79%. Male literacy was 97.17% and female literacy was 81.61%.