Dumerkona - Kashipur, Rayagada
Dumerkona is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Talajhiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumerkona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumerkona is 425894. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Dumerkona 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 Dumerkona
As per Census 2011, Dumerkona village has a total population of 111 people, consisting of 59 males and 52 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 19 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumerkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 18 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 15 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 44 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Dumerkona
Dumerkona 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 Dumerkona
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dumerkona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Dumerkona is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dumerkona is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumerkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumerkona 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 Dumerkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumerkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dumerkona
Where is Dumerkona located?
Dumerkona village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumerkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumerkona is Talajhiri.
What is the pincode of Dumerkona?
The pincode of Dumerkona is 765015.
What is the population of Dumerkona?
Dumerkona has a total population of 111, including 59 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Dumerkona?
There are 27 households in Dumerkona.
What is the literacy rate in Dumerkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumerkona is 17.12%. Male literacy is 25.42% and female literacy is 7.69%.