Dumakumpa - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Dumakumpa is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Bhanjanagar and around 114 km from Chatrapur. Dumakumpa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumakumpa is 410631. The village covers a total geographical area of 378 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dumakumpa 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 Dumakumpa
As per Census 2011, Dumakumpa village has a total population of 2,054 people, consisting of 1,020 males and 1,034 females. The village has 444 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,210 literate and 844 illiterate residents. Additionally, 565 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumakumpa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,054 | 1,020 | 1,034 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 141 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 565 | 287 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,210 | 701 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 844 | 319 | 525 |
Nearby Villages of Dumakumpa
Dumakumpa 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 Dumakumpa
Dumakumpa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. Dumakumpa has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Dumakumpa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Dumakumpa is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumakumpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumakumpa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dumakumpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumakumpa 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 Dumakumpa
Where is Dumakumpa located?
Dumakumpa village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumakumpa?
Dumakumpa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dumakumpa?
The pincode of Dumakumpa is 761126.
What is the population of Dumakumpa?
Dumakumpa has a total population of 2,054, including 1,020 males and 1,034 females.
How many households are there in Dumakumpa?
There are 444 households in Dumakumpa.
What is the literacy rate in Dumakumpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumakumpa is 58.91%. Male literacy is 68.73% and female literacy is 49.23%.