Dumer - Kashipur, Rayagada
Dumer is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Renga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumer is 425978. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Dumer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumer
According to the 2011 Census, Dumer village had a total population of 464 people, including 222 males and 242 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.11%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 62.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 276.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 464 | 222 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 40 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 44 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 276 | 133 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 156 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 66 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Dumer
Dumer 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 Dumer
Dumer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rayagada to Dumer is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dumer is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dumer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumer 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dumer
Where is Dumer located?
Dumer village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumer?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumer is Renga.
What is the pincode of Dumer?
The pincode of Dumer is 765015.
What is the population of Dumer?
Dumer had a total population of 464, including 222 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Dumer?
Dumer had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dumer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumer was 74.11%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 62.70%.