Dhumkhet - Kaptipada, Mayurbhanj
Dhumkhet is a village situated in the Kaptipada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaptipada and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Jambani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhumkhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhumkhet is 391192. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 757040 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dhumkhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhumkhet
As per Census 2011, Dhumkhet village has a total population of 346 people, consisting of 173 males and 173 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 221 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhumkhet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dhumkhet
Dhumkhet 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 Dhumkhet
Public transport in the Dhumkhet is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Udala to Dhumkhet is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Dhumkhet is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhumkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhumkhet 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 Dhumkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhumkhet 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhumkhet
Where is Dhumkhet located?
Dhumkhet village is located in Kaptipada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhumkhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhumkhet is Jambani.
What is the pincode of Dhumkhet?
The pincode of Dhumkhet is 757040.
What is the population of Dhumkhet?
Dhumkhet has a total population of 346, including 173 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Dhumkhet?
There are 97 households in Dhumkhet.
What is the literacy rate in Dhumkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhumkhet is 63.87%. Male literacy is 68.79% and female literacy is 58.96%.