Dhumalo - Gop, Puri
Dhumalo is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Dhumala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhumalo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhumalo is 409399. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 752107 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dhumalo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhumalo
As per Census 2011, Dhumalo village has a total population of 1,846 people, consisting of 936 males and 910 females. The village has 382 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,443 literate and 403 illiterate residents. Additionally, 430 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhumalo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,846 | 936 | 910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 100 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 430 | 224 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 1,443 | 765 | 678 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 171 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Dhumalo
Dhumalo 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 Dhumalo
Dhumalo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Puri to Dhumalo is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Dhumalo is about 55 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 Dhumalo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhumalo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhumalo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhumalo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhumalo
Where is Dhumalo located?
Dhumalo village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhumalo?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhumalo is Dhumala.
What is the pincode of Dhumalo?
The pincode of Dhumalo is 752107.
What is the population of Dhumalo?
Dhumalo has a total population of 1,846, including 936 males and 910 females.
How many households are there in Dhumalo?
There are 382 households in Dhumalo.
What is the literacy rate in Dhumalo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhumalo is 78.17%. Male literacy is 81.73% and female literacy is 74.51%.