Dumhan - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Dumhan is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Dumhan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumhan is 214217. The village covers a total geographical area of 689.91 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode.
Dumhan 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 Dumhan
As per Census 2011, Dumhan village has a total population of 3,483 people, consisting of 1,766 males and 1,717 females. The village has 642 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 593 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,828 literate and 1,655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,345 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,483 | 1,766 | 1,717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 593 | 308 | 285 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 116 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,345 | 670 | 675 |
| Literate Population | 1,828 | 1,131 | 697 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,655 | 635 | 1,020 |
Nearby Villages of Dumhan
Dumhan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadal | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Rajakhar | North | 2.20 km |
| Majhouli | West | 3.23 km |
| Dumar Diha | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Jharo Khurd | South | 3.94 km |
| Birar | North-East | 4.90 km |
| Gulal Jhariya | South | 4.97 km |
| Jharo Kala | South-West | 4.98 km |
| Maldewa | East | 5.74 km |
| Garadarawa | North | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dumhan
Dumhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Duddhinagar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.6 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sonbhadra to Dumhan is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dumhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dumhan
Where is Dumhan located?
Dumhan village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumhan?
Dumhan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dumhan?
The pincode of Dumhan is 231208.
What is the population of Dumhan?
Dumhan has a total population of 3,483, including 1,766 males and 1,717 females.
How many households are there in Dumhan?
There are 642 households in Dumhan.
What is the literacy rate in Dumhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumhan is 52.48%. Male literacy is 64.04% and female literacy is 40.59%.