Dumurgram - Murarai - I, Birbhum
Dumurgram is a village situated in the Murarai - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murarai and around 81.5 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dumurgram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumurgram is 316048. The village covers a total geographical area of 622.75 hectares and falls under the 731219 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dumurgram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dumurgram
As per Census 2011, Dumurgram village has a total population of 8,335 people, consisting of 4,218 males and 4,117 females. The village has 1,793 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,462 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,433 literate and 4,902 illiterate residents. Additionally, 586 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumurgram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,335 | 4,218 | 4,117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,462 | 711 | 751 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 586 | 302 | 284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,433 | 1,857 | 1,576 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,902 | 2,361 | 2,541 |
Nearby Villages of Dumurgram
Dumurgram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Prabhurampur | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Paniara | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Dulandi | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Malaypur | West | 2.02 km |
| Raghunathpur | North | 2.08 km |
| Sonarpara | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Dhitora | East | 2.57 km |
| Bahadurpur | South | 2.75 km |
| Dhananjaypur | South | 2.94 km |
| Kanakpur | South-West | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dumurgram
Dumurgram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Murarai, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rampurhat to Dumurgram is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Dumurgram is about 81.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumurgram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumurgram 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 Dumurgram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumurgram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dumurgram
Where is Dumurgram located?
Dumurgram village is located in Murarai - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumurgram?
Dumurgram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dumurgram?
The pincode of Dumurgram is 731219.
What is the population of Dumurgram?
Dumurgram has a total population of 8,335, including 4,218 males and 4,117 females.
How many households are there in Dumurgram?
There are 1,793 households in Dumurgram.
What is the literacy rate in Dumurgram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumurgram is 41.19%. Male literacy is 44.03% and female literacy is 38.28%.