Dumenijhola-Damenjhola - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Dumenijhola-Damenjhola is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 76 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Benagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumenijhola-Damenjhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumenijhola-Damenjhola is 422993. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Dumenijhola-Damenjhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumenijhola-Damenjhola
According to the 2011 Census, Dumenijhola-Damenjhola village had a total population of 178 people, including 77 males and 101 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,312 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 3.55%, with male literacy at 8.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 178.
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 | 178 | 77 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 77 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 72 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Dumenijhola-Damenjhola
Dumenijhola-Damenjhola 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 Dumenijhola-Damenjhola
Dumenijhola-Damenjhola 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 5-10 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 Bhawanipatna to Dumenijhola-Damenjhola is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumenijhola-Damenjhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumenijhola-Damenjhola 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 Dumenijhola-Damenjhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumenijhola-Damenjhola 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 Dumenijhola-Damenjhola
Where is Dumenijhola-Damenjhola located?
Dumenijhola-Damenjhola village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dumenijhola-Damenjhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumenijhola-Damenjhola is Benagaon.
What is the pincode of Dumenijhola-Damenjhola?
The pincode of Dumenijhola-Damenjhola is 766020.
What is the population of Dumenijhola-Damenjhola?
Dumenijhola-Damenjhola had a total population of 178, including 77 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Dumenijhola-Damenjhola?
Dumenijhola-Damenjhola had 36 households.