Dumerbahal - Sinapali, Nuapada
Dumerbahal is a village situated in the Sinapali tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinapali and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Ghatmal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumerbahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumerbahal is 422167. The village covers a total geographical area of 586 hectares and falls under the 766108 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dumerbahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumerbahal
As per Census 2011, Dumerbahal village has a total population of 207 people, consisting of 108 males and 99 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumerbahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 207 | 108 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 89 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 50 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 58 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Dumerbahal
Dumerbahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijalpur | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Fulchi | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Kusumkhunta | East | 3.31 km |
| Kathibadi | East | 4.00 km |
| Armala | North-East | 5.26 km |
| Gorla | East | 5.26 km |
| Govindpur | North-East | 5.97 km |
| Khapurimal | East | 6.16 km |
| Khirbhadi | South-East | 6.88 km |
| Maheswar | North-East | 6.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dumerbahal
Dumerbahal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.0 km.
| 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 Khariar Road to Dumerbahal is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Dumerbahal is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumerbahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumerbahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dumerbahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumerbahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dumerbahal
Where is Dumerbahal located?
Dumerbahal village is located in Sinapali Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumerbahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumerbahal is Ghatmal.
What is the pincode of Dumerbahal?
The pincode of Dumerbahal is 766108.
What is the population of Dumerbahal?
Dumerbahal has a total population of 207, including 108 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Dumerbahal?
There are 61 households in Dumerbahal.
What is the literacy rate in Dumerbahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumerbahal is 36.71%. Male literacy is 46.30% and female literacy is 26.26%.