Dumermunda - Kalampur, Kalahandi
Dumermunda is a village situated in the Kalampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Jayapatna and around 78 km from Bhawanipatna. Bijamara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumermunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumermunda is 424157. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dumermunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumermunda
As per Census 2011, Dumermunda village has a total population of 401 people, consisting of 208 males and 193 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 253 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 299 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumermunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 401 | 208 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 159 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 152 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 56 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Dumermunda
Dumermunda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Panigaon | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Barchhi | East | 1.69 km |
| Dulkibandh | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Badakutru | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Bijamara | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Kadopadar | South | 2.79 km |
| Sankutru | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Sundrijor | North | 3.30 km |
| Paruaguda | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Balijor | South-West | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dumermunda
Dumermunda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.0 km.
| 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 Junagarh to Dumermunda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dumermunda is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumermunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumermunda 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 Dumermunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumermunda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dumermunda
Where is Dumermunda located?
Dumermunda village is located in Kalampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumermunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumermunda is Bijamara.
What is the pincode of Dumermunda?
The pincode of Dumermunda is 766018.
What is the population of Dumermunda?
Dumermunda has a total population of 401, including 208 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Dumermunda?
There are 89 households in Dumermunda.
What is the literacy rate in Dumermunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumermunda is 63.09%. Male literacy is 73.08% and female literacy is 52.33%.