Dulmi (P) - Purulia - I, Purulia
Dulmi (P) is a village situated in the Purulia - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24 km from Purulia and around 17 km from Purulia. Sonaijuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dulmi (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dulmi (P) is 330991. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.68 hectares and falls under the 723102 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Dulmi (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dulmi (P)
According to the 2011 Census, Dulmi (P) village had a total population of 672 people, including 358 males and 314 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.95%, with male literacy at 96.63% and female literacy at 86.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 672 | 358 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 32 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 315 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 43 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Dulmi (P)
Dulmi (P) 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 Dulmi (P)
Public transport in the Dulmi (P) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dulmi (P).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Purulia to Dulmi (P) is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Dulmi (P) is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dulmi (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dulmi (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dulmi (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dulmi (P) 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dulmi (P)
Where is Dulmi (P) located?
Dulmi (P) village is located in Purulia - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dulmi (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dulmi (P) is Sonaijuri.
What is the pincode of Dulmi (P)?
The pincode of Dulmi (P) is 723102.
What is the population of Dulmi (P)?
Dulmi (P) had a total population of 672, including 358 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Dulmi (P)?
Dulmi (P) had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dulmi (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dulmi (P) was 91.95%. Male literacy was 96.63% and female literacy was 86.78%.