Dumapadar - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Dumapadar is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mediakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumapadar is 416662. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Dumapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumapadar
As per Census 2011, Dumapadar village has a total population of 107 people, consisting of 49 males and 58 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,183 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 107 | 49 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 46 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 23 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 26 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Dumapadar
Dumapadar 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 Dumapadar
Public transport in the Dumapadar 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 G. Udayagiri to Dumapadar is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dumapadar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumapadar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dumapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumapadar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dumapadar
Where is Dumapadar located?
Dumapadar village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumapadar is Mediakia.
What is the pincode of Dumapadar?
The pincode of Dumapadar is 762110.
What is the population of Dumapadar?
Dumapadar has a total population of 107, including 49 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Dumapadar?
There are 24 households in Dumapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Dumapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumapadar is 28.97%. Male literacy is 46.94% and female literacy is 13.79%.