Dhumpur - Simulia, Balasore
Dhumpur is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Similia and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Iswarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhumpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhumpur is 394124. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dhumpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhumpur
According to the 2011 Census, Dhumpur village had a total population of 511 people, including 272 males and 239 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.99%, with male literacy at 90.68% and female literacy at 78.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 511 | 272 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 36 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 214 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 58 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Dhumpur
Dhumpur 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 Dhumpur
Dhumpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dhumpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Dhumpur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Dhumpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhumpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhumpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dhumpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhumpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhumpur
Where is Dhumpur located?
Dhumpur village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhumpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhumpur is Iswarpur.
What is the pincode of Dhumpur?
The pincode of Dhumpur is 756134.
What is the population of Dhumpur?
Dhumpur had a total population of 511, including 272 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Dhumpur?
Dhumpur had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhumpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhumpur was 84.99%. Male literacy was 90.68% and female literacy was 78.80%.