Dumamaska - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Dumamaska is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from Belaghar and around 159 km from Phulbani. Bilamala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumamaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumamaska is 417116. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Dumamaska 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 Dumamaska
According to the 2011 Census, Dumamaska village had a total population of 109 people, including 43 males and 66 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,535 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.78%, with male literacy at 43.24% and female literacy at 29.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 107.
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 | 109 | 43 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 42 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 27 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Dumamaska
Dumamaska 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 Dumamaska
Public transport in the Dumamaska 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 5-10 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 Dumamaska is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dumamaska is about 159 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumamaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumamaska 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dumamaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumamaska 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 Dumamaska
Where is Dumamaska located?
Dumamaska village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumamaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumamaska is Bilamala.
What is the pincode of Dumamaska?
The pincode of Dumamaska is 762107.
What is the population of Dumamaska?
Dumamaska had a total population of 109, including 43 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Dumamaska?
Dumamaska had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dumamaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumamaska was 34.78%. Male literacy was 43.24% and female literacy was 29.09%.