Dumukahat - Derabish, Kendrapara
Dumukahat 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 Dumukahat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumukahat is 396651. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 754289 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dumukahat 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 Dumukahat
As per Census 2011, Dumukahat village has a total population of 638 people, consisting of 337 males and 301 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 500 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumukahat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 638 | 337 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 48 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 277 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 60 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Dumukahat
Dumukahat 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 Dumukahat
Dumukahat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dumukahat has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Dumukahat is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Dumukahat 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 Dumukahat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumukahat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dumukahat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumukahat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dumukahat
Where is Dumukahat located?
Dumukahat village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumukahat?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumukahat is Golarahat.
What is the pincode of Dumukahat?
The pincode of Dumukahat is 754289.
What is the population of Dumukahat?
Dumukahat has a total population of 638, including 337 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Dumukahat?
There are 138 households in Dumukahat.
What is the literacy rate in Dumukahat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumukahat is 78.37%. Male literacy is 82.20% and female literacy is 74.09%.