Dhaumundia - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Dhaumundia is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Bhanjanagar and around 122 km from Chatrapur. Sanakodanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhaumundia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaumundia is 410580. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dhaumundia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhaumundia
As per Census 2011, Dhaumundia village has a total population of 149 people, consisting of 76 males and 73 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhaumundia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 149 | 76 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 59 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 17 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaumundia
Dhaumundia 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 Dhaumundia
Dhaumundia 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Dhaumundia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Dhaumundia is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhaumundia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaumundia 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 Dhaumundia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaumundia 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 Dhaumundia
Where is Dhaumundia located?
Dhaumundia village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhaumundia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhaumundia is Sanakodanda.
What is the pincode of Dhaumundia?
The pincode of Dhaumundia is 761126.
What is the population of Dhaumundia?
Dhaumundia has a total population of 149, including 76 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Dhaumundia?
There are 35 households in Dhaumundia.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaumundia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaumundia is 69.13%. Male literacy is 77.63% and female literacy is 60.27%.