Dhumkhet
Dhumkhet is a village located in Kaptipada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kaptipada (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Jambani is the gram panchayat of Dhumkhet village.
Dhumkhet has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dhumkhet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhumkhet is 391192. The village spans a total geographical area of 33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757040. Udala is nearest town to Dhumkhet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhumkhet village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Dhumkhet
Below is a concise population overview of Dhumkhet as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 346 | 173 | 173 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 70 | 79 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
Literate Population | 221 | 119 | 102 |
Illiterate Population | 125 | 54 | 71 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhumkhet village:
- The total population of Dhumkhet village is around 346, including approximately 173 males and 173 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Dhumkhet village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhumkhet village has 149 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 36 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dhumkhet village is about 63.87%, with male literacy at 68.79% and female literacy at 58.96%.
- There are around 97 households in Dhumkhet village.
Connectivity of Dhumkhet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhumkhet. As per the 2011 stats, Dhumkhet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhumkhet
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhumkhet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhumkhet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhumkhet
- Where is Dhumkhet located?
- Dhumkhet village is situated in Kaptipada Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhumkhet?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhumkhet is Jambani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhumkhet?
- The pincode of Dhumkhet is 757040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhumkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhumkhet is 346, with 173 males and 173 females.
- How many households are there in Dhumkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhumkhet village has a total of 97 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhumkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhumkhet is 63.87%. The male literacy rate is 68.79%, while the female literacy rate is 58.96%.