Dhumen - Atru, Baran
Dhumen is a village situated in the Atru tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atru and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Kanotiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhumen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhumen is 102870. The village covers a total geographical area of 1194 hectares and falls under the 325223 pincode. Baran is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dhumen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baran-atru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhumen
As per Census 2011, Dhumen village has a total population of 1,040 people, consisting of 546 males and 494 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 499 literate and 541 illiterate residents. Additionally, 628 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhumen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,040 | 546 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 92 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 628 | 332 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 317 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 229 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Dhumen
Dhumen 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karariya Hara | North | 2.84 km |
| Amli Jageer | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Jharota | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Nohalya | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Kanotiya | South | 4.42 km |
| Bhonhra | North-East | 4.49 km |
| Daurani | North | 4.64 km |
| Budhan Hera | North-West | 4.88 km |
| Narayanpura | South-East | 4.90 km |
| Subhashpura | North-East | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhumen
Dhumen 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 Pipalda Road, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Baran to Dhumen is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhumen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhumen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhumen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhumen 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 Dhumen
Where is Dhumen located?
Dhumen village is located in Atru Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhumen?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhumen is Kanotiya.
What is the pincode of Dhumen?
The pincode of Dhumen is 325223.
What is the population of Dhumen?
Dhumen has a total population of 1,040, including 546 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Dhumen?
There are 196 households in Dhumen.
What is the literacy rate in Dhumen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhumen is 47.98%. Male literacy is 58.06% and female literacy is 36.84%.