Dhuma
About Dhuma
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhuma village is 327675. Dhuma village is located in Patrasayer subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.2km away from sub-district headquarter Patrasayer. Bankura is the district headquarter of Dhuma village. As per 2009 stats, Balsi Ii is the gram panchayat of Dhuma village.
The total geographical area of village is 114.98 hectares. Dhuma has a total population of 472 peoples, out of which male population is 236 while female population is 236. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhuma village is 56.78% out of which 63.14% males and 50.42% females are literate. There are about 103 houses in dhuma village. Pincode of dhuma village locality is 722206.
When it comes to administration, Dhuma village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dhuma village comes under Indus Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bishnupur Lok Sabha constituency. Sonamukhi is nearest town to dhuma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Dhuma
The population details of Dhuma cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 472 | 236 | 236 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 282 | 145 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 149 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 87 | 117 |
Connectivity of Dhuma
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhuma
Where is Dhuma located?
Dhuma village is situated in Patrasayer Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuma?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuma is Balsi Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhuma?
The pincode of Dhuma is 722206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhuma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhuma is 472, with 236 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Dhuma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhuma village has a total of 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhuma is 56.78%. The male literacy rate is 63.14%, while the female literacy rate is 50.42%.