Dumusil - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Dumusil is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Balipeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumusil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumusil is 428611. The village covers a total geographical area of 473 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Dumusil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumusil
According to the 2011 Census, Dumusil village had a total population of 920 people, including 452 males and 468 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.08%, with male literacy at 29.13% and female literacy at 5.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 916.
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 | 920 | 452 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 95 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 916 | 449 | 467 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 104 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 796 | 348 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Dumusil
Dumusil 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 Dumusil
Public transport in the Dumusil 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 Sunabeda to Dumusil is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dumusil is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumusil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumusil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dumusil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumusil 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dumusil
Where is Dumusil located?
Dumusil village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dumusil?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumusil is Balipeta.
What is the pincode of Dumusil?
The pincode of Dumusil is 764014.
What is the population of Dumusil?
Dumusil had a total population of 920, including 452 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Dumusil?
Dumusil had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dumusil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumusil was 17.08%. Male literacy was 29.13% and female literacy was 5.42%.