Dumar Malla - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Dumar Malla is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 121 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dumar Talla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumar Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumar Malla is 048916. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.32 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Dumar Malla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dumar Malla
According to the 2011 Census, Dumar Malla village had a total population of 150 people, including 83 males and 67 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 807 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.87%, with male literacy at 90.41% and female literacy at 60.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 51.
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 | 150 | 83 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 66 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 17 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Dumar Malla
Dumar Malla 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 Dumar Malla
Dumar Malla 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 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 Didihat to Dumar Malla is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dumar Malla is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumar Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumar Malla 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dumar Malla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumar Malla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dumar Malla
Where is Dumar Malla located?
Dumar Malla village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dumar Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumar Malla is Dumar Talla.
What is the pincode of Dumar Malla?
The pincode of Dumar Malla is 262554.
What is the population of Dumar Malla?
Dumar Malla had a total population of 150, including 83 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Dumar Malla?
Dumar Malla had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dumar Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumar Malla was 76.87%. Male literacy was 90.41% and female literacy was 60.66%.