Dumurmunda - Raighar, Nabarangpur
Dumurmunda is a village situated in the Raighar tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 104 km from Raighar and around 104 km from Nabarangapur . Debagam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumurmunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumurmunda is 427264. The village covers a total geographical area of 688 hectares and falls under the 764088 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Dumurmunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumurmunda
As per Census 2011, Dumurmunda village has a total population of 2,642 people, consisting of 1,365 males and 1,277 females. The village has 554 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 383 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,365 literate and 1,277 illiterate residents. Additionally, 860 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,011 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumurmunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,642 | 1,365 | 1,277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 200 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 860 | 469 | 391 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,011 | 503 | 508 |
| Literate Population | 1,365 | 827 | 538 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,277 | 538 | 739 |
Nearby Villages of Dumurmunda
Dumurmunda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurubella | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Gurusinga | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Debagaon | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Dongiripara | West | 3.76 km |
| Birisadihi | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Mohond | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Dangiripara | North-East | 4.82 km |
| Kacharapara | East | 4.98 km |
| Chalanpara | North-East | 5.55 km |
| Tarigan | East | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dumurmunda
Dumurmunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jagdalpur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Dumurmunda is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Dumurmunda is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumurmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumurmunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dumurmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumurmunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dumurmunda
Where is Dumurmunda located?
Dumurmunda village is located in Raighar Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumurmunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumurmunda is Debagam.
What is the pincode of Dumurmunda?
The pincode of Dumurmunda is 764088.
What is the population of Dumurmunda?
Dumurmunda has a total population of 2,642, including 1,365 males and 1,277 females.
How many households are there in Dumurmunda?
There are 554 households in Dumurmunda.
What is the literacy rate in Dumurmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumurmunda is 51.67%. Male literacy is 60.59% and female literacy is 42.13%.