Dhumargaon - Someshwar, Almora
Dhumargaon is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dumar Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhumargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhumargaon is 053281. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.29 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Dhumargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhumargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dhumargaon village had a total population of 361 people, including 172 males and 189 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,099 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.22%, with male literacy at 81.02% and female literacy at 51.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 224.
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 | 361 | 172 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 105 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 111 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 61 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Dhumargaon
Dhumargaon 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 Dhumargaon
Dhumargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Dhumargaon is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhumargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhumargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhumargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhumargaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhumargaon
Where is Dhumargaon located?
Dhumargaon village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhumargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhumargaon is Dumar Gaon.
What is the pincode of Dhumargaon?
The pincode of Dhumargaon is 263637.
What is the population of Dhumargaon?
Dhumargaon had a total population of 361, including 172 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Dhumargaon?
Dhumargaon had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhumargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhumargaon was 65.22%. Male literacy was 81.02% and female literacy was 51.85%.