Dumuka - Derabish, Kendrapara
Dumuka is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Derabish and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Golarahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumuka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumuka is 396663. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 754289 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dumuka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumuka
According to the 2011 Census, Dumuka village had a total population of 768 people, including 405 males and 363 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.00%, with male literacy at 86.98% and female literacy at 76.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 419.
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 | 768 | 405 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 44 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 419 | 216 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 574 | 314 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 91 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Dumuka
Dumuka 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 Dumuka
Dumuka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kendrapara to Dumuka is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Dumuka is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumuka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumuka 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 Dumuka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumuka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dumuka
Where is Dumuka located?
Dumuka village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumuka?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumuka is Golarahat.
What is the pincode of Dumuka?
The pincode of Dumuka is 754289.
What is the population of Dumuka?
Dumuka had a total population of 768, including 405 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Dumuka?
Dumuka had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dumuka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumuka was 82.00%. Male literacy was 86.98% and female literacy was 76.70%.