Dhuma - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Dhuma is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Ghuma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhuma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuma is 214289. The village covers a total geographical area of 884.7 hectares and falls under the 231226 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town.
Dhuma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhuma
As per Census 2011, Dhuma village has a total population of 3,486 people, consisting of 1,788 males and 1,698 females. The village has 573 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 609 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,605 literate and 1,881 illiterate residents. Additionally, 526 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,884 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhuma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,486 | 1,788 | 1,698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 609 | 325 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 526 | 282 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,884 | 933 | 951 |
| Literate Population | 1,605 | 1,008 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,881 | 780 | 1,101 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuma
Dhuma 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sukhara | East | 1.63 km |
| Jam Pani | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Paras Pani | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Rampur | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Medini Khar | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Dusaia | East | 3.44 km |
| Kewal | North | 3.58 km |
| Chhatarpur | South | 3.64 km |
| Jhunka | East | 3.74 km |
| Bom | West | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhuma
Dhuma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahuariya, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.3 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sonbhadra to Dhuma is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhuma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuma 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhuma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuma 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 Dhuma
Where is Dhuma located?
Dhuma village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuma?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuma is Ghuma.
What is the pincode of Dhuma?
The pincode of Dhuma is 231226.
What is the population of Dhuma?
Dhuma has a total population of 3,486, including 1,788 males and 1,698 females.
How many households are there in Dhuma?
There are 573 households in Dhuma.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuma is 46.04%. Male literacy is 56.38% and female literacy is 35.16%.